FReeper Canteen ~ Pentagon Chaplains Office ~ Guest Military Chaplain ~ January 09 2005

www.hqda.army.mil ^ | Chaplain Alan Pomaville

[68-69TonkinGulfYachtClub]

Dear God:
I ask that no Airman, Coast Guardsman,
Marine, Sailor, Soldier or National Guardsman
Feel alone or forgotten.
Please guide the people of Free Republic to
The FR Canteen Post Office
So they can e-mail a service man or woman today.
AMEN

[The Mayor]

January 9, 2005

An Easy Yoke

Read: Matthew 11:25-30

Take My yoke upon you and learn from Me. —Matthew 11:29

Bible In One Year: Genesis 27-29

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A Sunday school teacher read Matthew 11:30 to the children in her class, and then asked: "Jesus said, 'My yoke is easy.' Who can tell me what a yoke is?" A boy raised his hand and replied, "A yoke is something they put on the necks of animals so they can help each other."

Then the teacher asked, "What is the yoke Jesus puts on us?" A quiet little girl raised her hand and said, "It is God putting His arm around us."

When Jesus came, He offered an "easy" and "lighter" yoke compared to the yoke of the religious leaders (Matthew 11:30). They had placed "heavy burdens" of laws on the people (Matthew 23:4; Acts 15:10), which no one could possibly keep.

God knew we would never be able to measure up to His standards (Romans 3:23), so He sent Jesus to this earth. Jesus obeyed His Father's commands perfectly and bore the punishment of death for our sins. As we humble ourselves and recognize our need for forgiveness, Jesus comes alongside us. He places His yoke on us, freeing us from guilt and giving us His power to live a life that's pleasing to God.

Are you in need of Jesus' help? He says, "Come to Me . . . . Take My yoke upon you and learn from Me" (Matthew 11:28-29). He longs to put His arm around you. —Anne Cetas

Heavy is the load of guilt
That sinners have to bear;
Light and easy is the yoke
That Jesus wants to share. —D. De Haan

God's easy yoke does not fit on a stiff neck.

[HopeandGlory]

Good morning Troops, Veterans and Canteeners . . . God Bless all who Serve!!!

I pledge allegiance to the Flag
of the United States of America,
and to the Republic, for which it stands;
one nation UNDER GOD,
indivisible,
with liberty and justice for all.

Prayers going up.

[68-69TonkinGulfYachtClub]

Click on the pic and I'll guide you
to the start of today's
Guest Military Chaplain Service


Please stop in and say a prayer of protection for the military. Prayers from all denominations are needed.

                                          


CLICK HERE for TROOP PRAYER THREAD 11

Thank You TEXOKIE

Sunday Liberty starts after the Guest Military Chaplain's Service!

FR CANTEEN MISSION STATEMENT
Showing support and boosting the morale of
our military and our allies military
and the family members of the above.
Honoring those who have served before.
CLICK HERE TO FIND LATEST THREAD.

[Soaring Feather]

[MeekOneGOP]

Mornin', everybody ! Happy Sunday!

Have a cup while you Freep !

For those who prefer hot chocolate.....

[68-69TonkinGulfYachtClub]

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Set it for "Brief" instead of Full.
You only will get title of thread and who pinged you.
No graphics will load.

[68-69TonkinGulfYachtClub]

From the men in the Military and the Canteen

[AZamericonnie]

God bless all who serve

[68-69TonkinGulfYachtClub]

To every service man or woman reading this thread.
Thank You for your service to our country.
No matter where you are stationed,
No matter what your job description
Know that we are are proud of each and everyone of you.

To our military readers, we remain steadfast in keeping the Canteen doors open.
The FR Canteen is Free Republics longest running daily thread specifically designed
to provide entertainment and morale support for the military.
The doors have been open since Oct 7 2001,
the day of the start of the war in Afghanistan.
We are indebted to you for your sacrifices for our Freedom.

FR CANTEEN MISSION STATEMENT
Showing support and boosting the morale of
our military and our allies military
and the family members of the above.
Honoring those who have served before.
CLICK HERE TO FIND LATEST THREAD.

You will stay right where you are on the thread.
Please take a moment and Thank a Service Man or Woman.
Just Click on the graphic to send an e-mail.

[AZamericonnie]

Well, the Chaplain managed to put tears in my eyes tonight. Thanks for tonight's thread Tonk & the Chaplian's words. Hugs to you.
C~

[txradioguy]

To the Guest Chaplin today I ask that Psalm 23 please be read today.

Thank you.

And please bless my fellow soldiers where ever they are today.

Thank you.

[AZamericonnie]

"What is the yoke Jesus puts on us?" A quiet little girl raised her hand and said, "It is God putting His arm around us."

How precious...Thank you Mayor.

[trussell]

Three views of the cake I just finished decorating for Crys' birthday party today (Sunday)!

[TASMANIANRED]

Thanks for the invitation. Beautiful spread as usual.

Salute with a grin

[international american]

Hey, its cold down thar in Texas!

[AZamericonnie]

And please bless my fellow soldiers where ever they are today.

Prayers sent to all who serve, your brothers in arms, and you TX. *H*

[AZamericonnie]

WoW Trussell! You are a pastry chef extrodinare! Happy birthday Dear Crys! How many years old now?

[txradioguy]

Thanks AZ.

[HopeandGlory]

That's a very nicely decorated cake Tracy . . .I'll bet the Crystal will love it.