FReeper Canteen ~ Sunday Chapel ~ PULLED IN TWO DIRECTIONS ~ 07 September 2014

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[Kathy in Alaska]

 

 

 

PULLED IN TWO DIRECTIONS

21 For to me to live is Christ, and to die is gain.....23 For I am in a strait betwixt two, having a desire to depart, and to be with Christ... (Philippians 1:21,23)

As Christians, we are pulled in two directions. We all want to go to heaven, but this life also holds great appeal. We are like the youngster in Sunday school who listened intently while the teacher told about the beauties of heaven. She concluded by saying, "Raise your hand if you want to go to heaven." Every hand shot up immediately...except one. "Why don't you want to go to heaven, Johnny?" "Well," he replied, "Mom just baked an apple pie for dinner."

Now, we don't need to feel guilty for having a strong desire to enjoy life. Marriage, a family, a fulfilling job, travel, recreation...these all have a legitimate appeal. But if the delights of our earthly home are so attractive that we lose sight of God's purpose for putting us here, something's wrong.

The apostle Paul had mixed feelings too. Although he believed he would be released from prison, he knew that he could possibly fall victim to Nero's sword. This created a conflict. He longed to be with Christ, for that would be "far better" (Philippians 1:23). He also wanted to live...not merely to enjoy life but because he was needed by his fellow believers (v.24).

Paul was pulled in two directions, and in both cases it was for the highest reason. What about us?

 

[Kathy in Alaska]

[E.G.C.]

Both OU and OSU won their games yesterday.

OU 52 Tulsa 7

OSU 40 Missouri State 23

[left that other site]

Oh, Indeed! My favorite Aramaic pun is Luke 10:17, where Jesus describes lucifer’s fall from grace as “Lightening from heaven”.

“lightening from heaven”, when rendered in Aramaic (not the Koine Greek of the Gospel, but probably the actual language of Jesus) sounds like:

Are you ready?

Here it is:

“barack aw bama.”

[Arrowhead1952]

Good morning to everyone at the Canteen. 72º here this morning with rain cooled air. We have another chance of rain this week. Have a Blessed Lord's Day.

[luvie]

It’s been raining here, too. It’s also 63 degrees. ~~~happy dance~~~

[Arrowhead1952]

Have a great Sunday and (((HUGS))).

[MEG33]

~Sunday Blessings To The Canteen~

Isaiah 40:31
But those who hope in the LORD will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint.

~May God Keep Safe All Who Serve Our Country~

[MEG33]

We had a light shower yesterday that cooled us down..Still only 76 at 11:30!
(((HUGS)))

[Arrowhead1952]

I heard some areas near Fredericksburg and Johnson City got over 4” late yesterday. That may help our lake.

[MEG33]

That’s wonderful, AH...I hope it helps your lake.
I have at least 12 white winged doves on my patio..Normal is 5 late summer.
Sunflower seeds need replenishing often nowadays. Lots of bird visitors with their juveniles.

[luvie]

Hope your day goes well, too! (((Hugs)))

[ConorMacNessa]

GOD BLESS AND PROTECT OUR TROOPS AND OUR BELOVED NATION!



"Sanctus - Osanna"
(Click)

Please let me know by Freepmail if you would like
to be admitted to or released from my music pinglist.

"Riamh nár dhruid ó sbairn lann!"

Genuflectimus non ad principem sed ad Principem Pacis!

Listen, O isles, unto me; and hearken, ye people, from far; The LORD hath called me from the womb; from the bowels of my mother hath he made mention of my name. (Isaiah 49:1 KJV)

[ConorMacNessa]

GOD BLESS AND PROTECT OUR TROOPS AND OUR BELOVED NATION!



Amazing Grace
(Click)
By John Newton

Amazing grace! How sweet the sound
That saved a wretch like me!
I once was lost, but now am found;
Was blind, but now I see.
.
’Twas grace that taught my heart to fear,
And grace my fears relieved;
How precious did that grace appear
The hour I first believed!
.
Through many dangers, toils and snares,
I have already come;
’Tis grace hath brought me safe thus far,
And grace will lead me home.
.
The Lord has promised good to me,
His Word my hope secures;
He will my Shield and Portion be,
As long as life endures.
.
Yea, when this flesh and heart shall fail,
And mortal life shall cease,
I shall possess, within the veil,
A life of joy and peace.
.
The earth shall soon dissolve like snow,
The sun forbear to shine;
But God, Who called me here below,
Will be forever mine.
.
When we’ve been there ten thousand years,
Bright shining as the sun,
We’ve no less days to sing God’s praise
Than when we’d first begun.

"Dia shábháil ar fad anseo!"

Genuflectimus non ad principem sed ad Principem Pacis!

Listen, O isles, unto me; and hearken, ye people, from far; The LORD hath called me from the womb; from the bowels of my mother hath he made mention of my name. (Isaiah 49:1 KJV)

[ConorMacNessa]

GOD BLESS AND PROTECT OUR TROOPS AND
OUR BELOVED NATION!

"Have not I commanded thee? Be strong and of a good courage; be not afraid, neither be thou dismayed: for the LORD thy God is with thee whithersoever thou goest."

(Joshua 1:9 KJV)

The Lord’s Prayer
Mormon Tabernacle Choir
The U.S. Air Force Band
And Singing Sergeants
(Click)

DEAR LORD, who suffered torment, agony, and death upon the Cross to free our souls from the chains of iniquity, protect and defend our troops. Guide them in the performance of their duties. Strengthen them to endure hardship, danger and deprivation in Your service. Let their efforts free the people of Iraq and Afghanistan from the chains of terror and slavery, foster a lasting peace in the region, and bring all to a greater share in Your Mercy. Amen.

"Dia shábháil ar fad anseo!"

Genuflectimus non ad principem sed ad Principem Pacis!

Listen, O isles, unto me; and hearken, ye people, from far; The LORD hath called me from the womb; from the bowels of my mother hath he made mention of my name. (Isaiah 49:1 KJV)

[ConorMacNessa]

GOD BLESS AND PROTECT OUR TROOPS
AND OUR BELOVED NATION!

THE NAVY HYMN
"Eternal Father, Strong to Save"
United States Marine Corps Band and Choir
(Click)



The Marine Corps Verse:






A Blessed Lord’s Day To You And Yours!

"Dia shábháil ar fad anseo!"

Genuflectimus non ad principem sed ad Principem Pacis!

Listen, O isles, unto me; and hearken, ye people, from far; The LORD hath called me from the womb; from the bowels of my mother hath he made mention of my name. (Isaiah 49:1 KJV)

[Kathy in Alaska]

WOOHOO! Rain for you. ((HUGS))

A Blessed Lord’s to you and yours.

[Kathy in Alaska]

WOOHOO!!! Rain for Luv as well!!

[Arrowhead1952]

Well, the rain was way west of us but in the Lake Travis watershed. Hope it helps the level.

[Kathy in Alaska]

A Blessed Lord’s Day to you and yours, Meg. ((HUGS))

Thank you for the prayer for our protectors.

Hope you got rain too.

[Kathy in Alaska]

Hope your lake is slowly coming up.