A Few of FR's Finest....Every Day....12-14,15,16-07....T.G.I.F. at the Finest

[MEG33]

Thank you, LUV..She’s gone shopping with Boo Boo. How’s your weather? We had a thunderstorm last night and now it’s colder than when I first started posting this morning..

[The Mayor]

December 15, 2007

We Need God And People

READ: Ecclesiastes 4:9-12

Give heed to the voice of my cry, my King and my God, for to You I will pray. —Psalm 5:2

In 2006, while promoting the film Rocky Balboa, Sylvester Stallone surprised Christians with what he revealed. He said that his faith in Jesus Christ had not only influenced the writing of the first Rocky film but that his decision to create the final movie was inspired by his renewed affiliation with Christianity. As part of this transformation, Stallone realized that a poor choice had previously guided his life—self-reliance. He says, “You need to have the expertise and the guidance of someone else.” Stallone learned something that many people are beginning to acknowledge—we need God and we need other people.

The Bible confirms our need for God and others. David expressed his reliance on God through crying out to Him and pleading with Him in prayer. “Give heed to the voice of my cry, my King and my God, for to You I will pray” (Ps. 5:2). And in Ecclesiastes we read that Solomon encouraged a proper reliance on others. In fact, he said helping each other can strengthen us, but individualism and self-reliance are dangerous and make for weakness. Two acting together are better than one self-reliant individual (4:9-12).

God gave us each other. Let’s passionately rely on His power and draw from the help of others.

Christian fellowship provides us
With encouragement and love;
It will help us in our journey,
Till we reach our home above.  —Sper

We can go a lot further together than we can go alone.

Bible in One Year:   Amos 1-3; Revelation 6

[MEG33]

Good Morning , Mayor..Great message.

[The Mayor]

I didn’t realize that Stallone was such a Christian until reading this. I was just talking to Mrs Mayor about it. Now looking back at all the movies I can see the signs more vividly.

I agree, great message and so very true.

[MEG33]

Got snow?

[luvie]

Sorry I am so slow at answering...I had to eat breakfast and other stuff.

It’s much colder here, too, and the wind is blowing at about 25 chilly MPH. Bright and sunny otherwise, though. Stay warm. I am NOT getting out much today, that’s for sure!

[Lady Jag]

MEG, your posts are artwork all their own. Beautiful!!!

[The Mayor]

Yes and plenty more coming tonight and tomorrow.
E have 4-5 inches right now, very cold and a nor easter coming.

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Snow On The Way, Warnings Posted

Buffalo, NY (WBEN) - A Winter Storm Warning is still posted for the entire region beginning at 10pm tonight and continuing through 7am Monday. As snow begins to overspread the region this evening it could be mixed with sleet at times, especially in the southern tier.

Accumulations of 3 to 5 inches are expected by daybreak Sunday. Before the storm tapers late Sunday, storm totals could rival a foot in spots. Heavier accumulations are expected in northern Erie, Niagara and Orleans counties.

[MEG33]

Big winds here! I won’t need to go anywhere today..It’s the wind that makes it feel so cold..The sun flirts in and out..so I unplugged the Christmas lights on the patio..LOL..I don’t like gray days. Stay warm!

[MEG33]

What a wonderful compliment.(((HUGS))) I enjoyed working with this painting.

[luvie]

It says it’s 43 here, but the wind chill has to be in the low 30s. Brrrrr....you and me...we’ll just stay inside where it’s warm! LOL!

Maybe hubby can go get a pizza for lunch...hmmmmmm.
He was outside in his SHORTS a bit ago. Crazy man! LOL!

[MEG33]

Prayers there are no ice storms in addition..I love the look of of fresh snow..The nor easter makes me shiver to think about. Hope you all keep power and stay warm!

[MEG33]

I was out in my PJs briefly..I hate to get all bundled up unless I’m going to be out awhile. I have been considering Pizza for Sunday night..It’s been awhile and I love Pizza.
I plan on wearing PJs all day! LOL

[The Mayor]

I agree... The next 24 to 48 hours are going to be interesting for sure.

[luvie]

I still have my PJs on, too! :D

[luvie]

I saw on my Weatherbug that you and NYT were gonna get slammed for the next few days. Stay warm and dry and stay here with us!

We'll make sure you stay warm and toasty!

[MEG33]

LOL! Wow the wind is really blowing...Glad I am home and cozy!

[luvie]

Me, too...that pizza is sounding better all the time! LOL!

Think I’ll start cranking music “elsewhere” and get comfy for the afternoon!

[luvie]

Michael Buble~White Christmas

Big Crosby~White Christmas

To all my Finest Friends...stay warm!

[The Mayor]

Thanks!

love the fireplace.