Let's Roll: Exclusive excerpts from Lisa Beamer's book about Flight 93

World ^ | August 17 issue | Lisa Beamer

[muggs]

Singapore_Yank, thanks for posting this, it is very moving.

Thanks Jeff for calling this to my attention.

Does anyone know when the book will be available?

[LadyX]

Thank you for leading me here, Cobby.

I took the time to read Lisa's words, and am in awe of how God prepares His children for crises, and through them, reaches others, too.

How wonderful are His works!!
Praise His holy name!

[WhyisaTexasgirlinPA]

Tears of sorrow, of sympathy, of thankfulness for our Creator, and of anger........an extremely touching read.....Thank you for the ping.

[HiJinx]

Thanks to you both for the ping.
I, too, now have another title to add to the family library.

[hattend]

BTTT

[Darlin']

Thank you for the ping, Jeff. What a lovely testimony of Mrs Beamer's strength through her faith.

Whenever I think of all those innocent people who lost their lives on 9-11, especially those on the airplanes, I am reminded of a beautiful hymn. It is called On Eagle's Wings and it is one of my favorites.

On Eagle's Wings

You who dwell in the shelter of the Lord,
Who abide in His shadow for life,
Say to the Lord, "My Refuge,
My Rock in Whom I trust."

And He will raise you up on eagle's wings,
Bear you on the breath of dawn,
Make you to shine like the sun,
And hold you in the palm of His Hand.

The snare of the fowler will never capture you,
And famine will bring you no fear;
Under His Wings your refuge,
His faithfulness your shield.

And He will raise you up on eagle's wings,
Bear you on the breath of dawn,
Make you to shine like the sun,
And hold you in the palm of His Hand.

You need not fear the terror of the night,
Nor the arrow that flies by day,
Though thousands fall about you,
Near you it shall not come.

And He will raise you up on eagle's wings,
Bear you on the breath of dawn,
Make you to shine like the sun,
And hold you in the palm of His Hand.

For to His angels He's given a command,
To guard you in all of your ways,
Upon their hands they will bear you up,
Lest you dash your foot against a stone.

And He will raise you up on eagle's wings,
Bear you on the breath of dawn,
Make you to shine like the sun,
And hold you in the palm of His Hand.
And hold you in the palm of His Hand.

[hattend]

Excuse my ignorance but what side of the fence does "The World" come down on? I am tempted to subscribe but I don't want to be getting a year of Newsweek or Time.

[Mr. Mulliner]

If you subscribed to World, you would definitely NOT be getting anything like Time and Newsweek. They are expressly Christian and biblical in their journalism, but they are definitely journalists. It just so happens that the new online issue has an article that really brings out their mission statement and helps to define them. Below are the last 4 paragraphs of that article. I think it will give you a good idea of what they are all about. By the way, this article was written by Marvin Olasky who is fairly well known as the one who coined the phrase "Compassionate Conservatism" for President Bush:

What do the attacks on Jerry Vines show about the state of American journalism? First, they show one more time, as the late theologian Cornelius van Til insisted, that neutrality does not exist. All journalism is directed by some understanding or worldview; at WORLD, we acknowledge this and say flat-out that our goal is to be biblically directed. Since WORLD is owned and operated by Christians, we have the liberty to work toward that goal. (Those who want to know more of our journalistic philosophy might read Telling the Truth, a book of mine published in 1995 that is now available for free reading on our website, www.worldmag.com.)

Second, should Christian journalists not try to work on major daily newspapers? No, they should certainly try, while realizing that they are entering a war zone and will face pressure to spin the news in a secular liberal way. (If they don't face such pressure, that probably means they are not applying biblical thinking to their journalistic work.) A Christian reporter on a major daily newspaper will be very useful if he is able to publish stories that give equal emphasis to biblical and secular views. That's hard to accomplish, but if the most influential dailies came within a mile of practicing what they preach about "objective" journalism, they would be immensely improved.

Third, a Christian reporter who outworks his secular colleagues might be able to hold a job on a major daily, even though there will be (or should be) regular battles. Many reporters after a time lazily begin living by press release rather than pounding the pavement, so a Christian journalist who goes full throttle and has God-given writing talent is hard to replace, even if he is a pain in the neck. Such a journalist should be willing to resign if necessary; that's why I advise Christian journalism students, "Save your money."

Finally, Christian reporters should point out the unfairness of this but not whine about it. Christians always have to push the back of the envelope. That's our burden but also our pleasure, in Christ. We should point out bias, assert our rights as American citizens, and take what comes, glorifying God by refusing to bow to Baal.

[goosie]

I wasn't aware she was writing a book and can't wait to read it. Lisa has been such a rock and a wonderful testimony to all of us. I think Bush was was incredily touched by her story as well as Todd's.

I proudly display my "Lets Roll" bumper sticker (made by a friend before any copyright.)

[oldcodger]

Thanks for the ping, Singapore_Yank. This insprirational article is like a gift from God today. His compassions never fail.

World magazine is one of my favorites. I hope you will continue to use the ping list on other articles like this one.

[Swede Girl]

This day was such a sad tragedy for all of us. The victims and their families will never be forgotten. Also, not to be forgotten, is that this was a deliberate act of war.

Let's roll.

[hattend]

Thanks for the info. I just subscribed for 50 issues and getting a free book to boot!

[Diver Dave]

Thanks for the ping, COB.

Singapore_Yank, Thanks for the post.

I believe that Lisa's prayer would that GOD would be glorified and praised for the comfort and promises he has given.

[Mr. Mulliner]

Congratulations. What book are you getting? We're probably going to subscribe soon, but should wait until I get a job. We've recently moved back to America so now I'm looking over all the good conservative and Christian periodicals and trying to make out my wish list. All of them were too expensive to order in Singapore due to postage.

[hattend]

The free book they are offering with the subscription is William Bennett's "The Broken Hearth - Reversing the Moral Collapse of the American Family"

Good luck in your job search. What type of work are you looking for?

[austingirl]

Thanks for posting this inspiring article. I am deeply moved by this miracle of faith. God bless the Beamers and all the victims and heroes of September 11th. Never forget.

[COB1]

Welcome back, Yank!
The last time I talked to you, you were still in Singapore.
WELCOME HOME!

[Quix]

GREAT POST.

GREAT GOD.

GREAT STORY.

INTERESTING TIME TO BE ALIVE.

God's peace . . . Love, Joy and especially HIS SALVATION to all who care, who have tender hearts, who seek truth and life.

[abner]

Thanks for the ping.

[jern]

amazing story