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FRIEND CHAT - Fully Reliable In Each New Difficulty/April
Posted: Apr 1, 08 1:52am
This 'un works, here I am, there ya go...
Luv, and er, um, welcoming arms for all my brothers and sisters to come?
With God on our side, with us, who can be against us? See ya with blessings and love, (the agape thang)
no fooling,
moi
Posted: Apr 1, 08 4:01am
No fooling. Prayers said this morning for all of you in need and those who simply believe. Have a wonderful day! LT :-)
Posted: Apr 1, 08 4:26am
No fooling. I am a little tied up today, not literally---good thing---but I want to join in with our gathering and add this:
Bumper sticker on a car that says "April 1 is National Atheist's Day" and underneath, really small, "the fool sayeth in his heart there is no God."
Posted: Apr 1, 08 4:33am
Good evening to all, my best wishes, may your day be full of love, peace, hope, faith, and charity.
LT, I wish to thank you for your participation in the Parkinson's program. You will find a donation, from me, Terry Kerker in your site tomorrow. Please don't give my name out to anyone. I strongly believe in the program, as I am in stage five of the Parkinson's disease progression. Which is the end of the stages for Parkinson's disease, and surely you know.
what that means. we keep this just between you and me. thanks
LanSr, I give you a big hug and tell you that I love you. For those that know a bond that goes between one's that have served in combat, I truly can say I love you.
I realizes that when depression sets in it is so easy to feel unworthy and unloved. I remember in the Bible that it states that God takes cares of all the birds and sees to their needs. How much more important you are that you know, Jesus will take care of you and love you and take care of your needs.
I am very tired and very weak tonight. Therefore, this is all I'm going to post.
With warm regards.
Lee, with all my Christian love you all!
Posted: Apr 1, 08 5:16am
thank you, lee, that is one of my favorite, reassuring scriptures. surely he cares for the birds, he will also care for us.
my spirits lifted considerably yesterday, as i was touched, throughout the day, in many ways, by love. i could not help but think of this group here and how powerful our collective prayers for each other are. i feel as if something has awakened in me--been resurrected, if you will, by sharing thoughts, and moments, and prayers with you all here. thank you all, yet again.
inca continues to be stable, thankfully. i made the nutritional goop for her today, however, because those tiny cans of fancy feast are expensive! and they last but only a day. so, i will feed her both.
wishing you all some joy today and may you know the peace of our Lord in your hearts.
Posted: Apr 1, 08 5:30am
Lord God, why am I so fearful to blatantly ask You for an out and out miracle healing for someone? Why is my faith strong for Your comfort when someone is hurting, yet when someone is dying, I pray, "Thy will be done."
Forgive me, firstly for the disrespect I pay to Your Holy and Powerful Name, and the disservice I do unto others when my paltry fears hold me back from praying for Divine intervention, in this case especially, a needed miracle.
What long and hard work, Father God, it has taken You to bring me to this place where I would implore You for a complete healing for Terry. It is nothing more than my pride at stake if I did not ask, in the Name of Jesus, on His behalf.
It is within Your power to answer as You will, but we are the hands that move You, through prayer, to ask for Terry.
Your miracles do exist. That one is favored before Your throne and not others is a fallacy. We behold Your goodness and Your severity in dealing with us. We ask for Your mercy to prevail in the desire of our heart that Terry be healed. We ask with full knowledge that Christ is our Intercessor, and we bequeath that He speaks favorably for us in this. Amen
Posted: Apr 1, 08 7:32am
Jesus said, "Whoever comes to me I will never drive away" (John 6:37).
Never feel Terry you are unloved, unwelcome or unworthy... you've been there, done that, seen the movie, and come away with more than a tee-shirt... I remember coming down in the dark of a desert night with my platoon of Airborne Rangers, and marvelling at all the pretty lights coming to meet me... then realized it was tracer fire atwinkling, and they really didn't want us there...
you were a Sgt, moi a 1st Lt (Capt -designate) then YEEHAW!
Part of my PTSD was the guilt of should I have been there and did what I done did... well, yep, I was ordered, a good order, a definite mission, and peace broke out afterwards, so worthwhile. I took care of my men, despite wounds (mortar and bayonet), and we all came back - three dead, six of us wounded (9 of 47), and if I hadn't the top kick, I would mebbe have been left there, but wasn't. My Regimental Commander himself gave me the Star, so I know I did my duty, but my men were definitely Killer Angels that night. Now, it is ongoing further to the East than I was, but I am so proud of them, and their service to our CinC and our country.
You are where you need to be, for me and your fellow brothers and sisters in Christ on this Forum. Know there is a special place reserved in my heart, for you, too, Terry. I'd have been more than proud to have had you as my right hand then, and now I am blessed to have you now.
Stand tall, be proud, and know you, too, are loved.
Love to all, and best wishes of a blessed day,
moi
Posted: Apr 1, 08 5:46am
Greetings all and Happy April!
I read this quote this morning while seeking through prayer, some insight that I might add that would be of benefit. It's a little long winded, but it's what's been shown to me and I think it most aptly describes this very group and our little "congregation" of fellow TBDers.
The Church Of My Dreams
This is the church of my dreams:
The church of the warm heart,
Of the open mind,
Of the adventurous spirit;
The church that cares,
That heals hurt lives,
That comforts old people,
That challenges youth;
That knows no divisions of culture or class,
No frontiers, geographical or social;
The church that inquires as well as avers,
That looks forward as well as backward;
The church of the Master,
The church of the people,
High as the ideals of Jesus,
Low as the humblest human;
A working church,
A worshipping church,
A winsome church,
A church that interprets the truth in terms of truth,
That inspires courage for this life and hope for the life to come;
A church of courage,
A church of all good men (and women)
A church of the living God.
- - - John Milton Moore
Posted: Apr 1, 08 7:19am
WONDERFUL! Thanks, Dreg
My kinda church, and lemme tell you, I've come to admire all and love some of my fellow congregants...!
You are more than a welcome addition to our Fellowship, and I for one cyberclaspo your hand and wish you a fond entre to usns...
editor does a good job of keeping us warm and wonderful, as well as welcomed, too...
Yo, bro, thanks for sharing, c'mon back y'hear?
Blessings and agape,
moi
Posted: Apr 1, 08 6:01am
I am praying in agreement with Ed's prayer for your healing terry. nothing is impossible with God. Amen and Amen!!
blessings to all of you today. Aren't we glad we are not fools?
cinder
Posted: Apr 1, 08 7:10am
Thank you all for being the Church Of My Dreams.
I am in prayer and fasting today. I asked one of my other boards to join in for my focus of the day, Terry. So he might be uplifted at the thought of going into all the world, outside of his small room, (angels watching over you, leefoster) I post this here for my sarge.
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Lord, we bring Terry before your throne. You know the needs and ask that you work each one out for your glory. We give you all our Praise for hearing, and answering our prayers, and for loving Terry. Thank you that he was laid on Editors heart, and that she has given us the privilage of joining with her in prayer and praise this morning. Love you, Lord, Thank You for All You Are Doing in Terry's life. Amen and Amen
Posted: Apr 1, 08 7:48am
Lan, thanks so much for bringing up the armed forces talk to Terry. I can't do that and yet I know this is what he needs!
I apologize to Leefoster for calling him sarge all the time. I know he did two tours of duty in Nam. His rank was not in mind as we began chatting in PM's, and I just began to call him sarge because of his authoritive voice in my spirit.
As Lan would say, I say to all, "saawy".
Posted: Apr 1, 08 8:17am
I only call Terry, Sarge, because editor you do (was/were you an oshifer, sirra?) or did you work for a living?
oops, if otherwise...
Blessings,
moi
Posted: Apr 1, 08 10:12am
Good morning all and Happy April Fool's Day! Pastor made note of today in his sermon...An atheist was suing the Christian Church because we had religious holidays and atheists had none. The judge banged his gavel and replied "case dismissed!" The atheist argued that nothing had been settled, so therefore, the dismissal was wrong. The judge replied "You sir, do not believe in God, therefore you are a fool, both by my word and the Bible's. April 1st is Fool's Day; there's your holiday. Now get out of my courtroom!" It is probably an old joke but I hadn't heard it before!
leefoster--I am worried for you. As I mentioned yesterday, you have been in the forefront of my mind and I am so concerned for your health. If you are feeling worse than normal or if something just doesn't seem quite right, PLEASE call your MD. Your posts make the hair on the back of my neck stick up and given my emergency experience, that usually means that I should pay attention. I implore you to take care of yourself. I have been praying for you HARD and will continue to do so.
Thank you all for being so warm and caring and supportive. I am looking forward to a month full of love and sharing, friendship, God and all that goes with it! Your sister in Christ, Kelli
Posted: Apr 1, 08 1:37pm
Terry
I agree with Kelli & Lauren please let your doctor know of any changes.
editor
'tho I am not allowed to fast, I will join you in prayer today, with extra prayers for Terry, and my mom and dad.
Lauren
What does the airports being closed to do your travel plans? are they cancelled? or do you have to wait around? You also will have additional prayer from me today.
Lance
I see your lovely list of hymns. I will be back later to give them a listen, I want to give them my undivided attention.
oops wrong place
also my mom's name is Cynthia
Posted: Apr 1, 08 10:55am
No fooling around today - CONCERT TIME: Cain't ya jist here Give me that Old Time Religion; well, mebbe if I can find it, else, here's a few of my favrits, Texican-style:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MbwPV9-gfAY&feature=related (The Master Calls)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zAbJZBE7L70
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TyzMA7xCcQU&feature=related
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IQ9-F_eguoE&feature=related http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ID_-a8uMQko&feature=related http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m3efReHG2lA&feature=related
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RGBmSqNDVVE&feature=related
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QacFrdh7C-g&feature=related
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HXh-loC8Ans (my favorite hymn) BLESSED ASSURANCE
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FL112E3NjqU (Jeanne's favorite - does that make it a hermn?) THE ANCHOR HOLDS
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4qb8lJU64kA GIVE ME THAT OLD TIME RELIGION
Play loud and play often... God Bless and agape,
mi amigos y amigas,
moi
Posted: Apr 1, 08 12:41pm
Ah! Flight delays at the airport. God's will be done for all of us. Terry, I have decided I will walk for you (just between us). It will be without fanfare, but know in your heart <3 on 4/26 LT will walk holding you high in her heart praying for the will of God to move through you. Unfortunately, I am well aware that my ego means nothing nor do my healing prayers without God's will being at the forefront of everything I say, think and do. God bless you and I feel TraumaGoddess gives you very good advice. Have you spoken to your doctors lately? Well, folks my delays at the airport for once have become a blessing because I "hear" from all of you. Safe travels and much love to you, Lauren :-)
Posted: Apr 1, 08 5:06pm
I like your Unknown Comic online pastoral presence! He usede to be really hilarious; haven't seen or heard much about him recently...
Cain't believe I didn't list in my list one of my favorite songs of all, Dolly Parton's He's Alive:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZNlykSNHzC4
Enjoy!
Posted: Apr 1, 08 11:22pm
Though not a Texan, I heard the Master's call. Yee Haw!
You sensed I needed a break, Thanks Lan. I let those youtube's minister to me. It will take awhile to go down the list.
LT, that delay worked to our advantage. Thanks for coming and sharing your heart. May the rest of your trips continue to be guided by God's wisdom and protection over you.
Gayle, thanks for Mom's name. Your parents are so special to you, so integril to your living circumstances. It is so nice to "feel" I know them as I pray for them.
I had a good turnout of people letting me know they were praying for Terry. I hope he can check in here this evening and know the outpouring of goodwill for him.
Posted: Apr 2, 08 2:05am
Hello one and all,I just got through catching up on the postings for the last couple of weeks. Things have been pretty crazy around here lately, but I hope that they will settle down.
To update all of you -- my husband's surgery went well and he only had to stay in the hospital one night like they were expecting. He is home recuperating now and is doing better each day. My father-in-law is also recovering, but not home yet. He has a rare form of pneumonia that they are having a hard time getting rid of. He is out of the hospital and in a nursing home, but is still very weak. The doctors are unsure when he can return home, but hopefully it will be within the next week.
I am so sorry to hear about all of the health problems that everyone is suffering from but I am very encouraged to hear all the positive and uplifting postings from everyone. LanSr and Lee/Terry you amaze me with your positive attitudes despite your various health and pain issues. You are an inspiration to me. Gayle, I am glad that your father's cancer is gone and I hope that he will be able to eat again real soon. Rose, I am so sorry to hear about Inca. I hope that she continues to improve. I know what it is like to watching a member of your family (even through she is a four legged one) going through pain and suffering. About three years ago we had a cat that was very sick and we had to give her fluids under her fur every other day. It was heartbreaking to see her continue to down hill and we eventually had to have her put to sleep. As LanSr said I know that there is a kitty and doggie heaven and we will be united with our lost pets. They will be healthy and running and getting underfoot all the time and we will rejoice in their playfulness. To Editor, again I thank you for the thread. It brings tears to my eyes for all the wonderful compassionate people here that are always willing to lend a helpful word or prayer for me.
To all my other brothers and sisters here, please know that you are in my prayers everyday. I only wish you happiness, health and the best that God offers.
In Jesus' name,
Cheryl
Posted: Apr 2, 08 2:15am
Wow, it is really good to see you, Cheryl. I knew why you were MIA and I did remember to wing up some for hubby and father-in-law. I am glad things appear to be looking up for them. When can dear husband return to work?
I am thrilled that you returned to say hello, and amazed that you read through all the posts. I was almost thinking of deputizing someone to seek out those whose absence has been notably lengthy.
And here you are!
Whatever victories that are needed in your life, may you find them sudden struck this very day.
Posted: Apr 2, 08 4:27am
Good morning my friends;
This morning I woke up later than normal, but I did wake up feeling very good and rested, even though I must go to the dentist early this morning.
As I read all the posts today, tears been flowing down my face, these are tears of joy and respect and honor for all of you. Yes I do see my doctors very often, I have VA doctors, and I have military doctors. Consequently, I am seen three of four times each month. Even though I know these doctors all mean well and do well for me. I do get tired of seeing them all. Moreover, I wish this would all go away, but I know the Lord would not give me when I can handle. Please, also remember that there are many many more people out there that do not have the Lord and suffer greatly with medical and emotional afflictions. For these we must pray, especially in our new church here in this group. I don't know if you've ever heard a pastor Scott from California. However, I do enjoy her Bible teachings. The editor reminds me so much of her. Furthermore, dear wonderful editor, your prayers are felt, and he does listen to you. It is through you, that he spreads this great love of his for us! Consequently, I will take the lead and call you pastor at lease For myself.
I asked that you all remembered this that if it was not for the Holy Spirit, I a mere man cannot inspire anyone. It is only by the power of God and the love of Jesus that he allows me to speak with you. For this. I praise and thank the Lord, because in my own selfish way, I find pleasure.
Please, be it known that I find pleasure in being called a sergeant or Sarge, because it means to serve and take care of the troops. Also, I call to the attention of the group that we have are hero in LanSR. As they just don't give away the star for valor in the face of the enemy. Therefore, I an old Marine stand at attention and salute you LanSr. Additionally, I want to thank you for your service and your valor.
Again to all of you and our new person. I pray for all of you. In addition, thank you all for your kind thoughts and prayers. They do get through to me and inspire me to continue the fight. May our heavenly father place on your fourhead His blessings buy His Son and Holy Spirit.
Well, I see its 4:13 a.m. a must eat my breakfast, and be at the dentist office at 7 a.m. today.
With all my Christian love .
Lee
Posted: Apr 2, 08 4:40am
Good to hear from you, Sarge. :)
My other group has been talking about you as well as praying. Just this morning someone wanted me to tell you, "Thank you! Thank you! Thank you! for serving. (and that goes for Lan, my Partner who I didn't get to catch at an odd hour today)
I am extremely fortunate to have had no cavities or dental work necessary for about 6-8 years. Regular check ups and cleaning, but no drill or repair. Is it too much to hope this is just that type of a visit.
I am glad you mentioned our Helper and Comforter, the Holy Spirit. To Him we give all glory and honor for the inspiration, love, gifting and fruits in this cyber church.
Go to the Mess Hall now and we will catch you later.
Posted: Apr 2, 08 5:55am
good morning, everyone.
i have read through all these posts and am touched again and again by all of you.
terry, i am graced to have made your acquaintance here. God works through you and i am humbled by your example. i think of you often and you are in my prayers.
and for all the rest of you, i simply say thank you for coming here to share and witness and lend support. everyone's comments here feed my soul, everyone's.
i have choir practice tonight instead of the usual thursday. which is good because last week, by thursday, i could not get myself together to get there. work drains me--silly seeming things like people and all their chatter, music, noise. my daily responsibilities can really tire me out. it drains me. i guess it is how the depression works in me. anyway, i am determined to get to choir tonight. i am one of 2 altos, and my sister alto misses me when i am gone, as i miss her when she is away.
what i wanted to share is a bit of an old Shaker hymn. thinking of you, terry, is what reminded me of it:
"Although my joys and comforts die, I know my savior liveth.
All things are mine, since I am his;
songs in the night he giveth.
No storm can shake my inmost calm
while to that rock I'm clinging;
if love is Lord of heaven and earth,
how can i keep from singing."
may you all know God's peace today.
Posted: Apr 2, 08 7:07am
Rose, enjoy making melody unto the Lord this evening.
I have no musical talent or gift so a hymn posting is always appreciated.
It is mid-week, hump day. Work had always left me drained living for the weekend which always went too fast. May the rest of your work week go quickly.
Posted: Apr 2, 08 8:14am
Terry, I am so relieved to hear that you are feeling better...today will be a better day now.
I just got home after dropping off my son at school and was listening to the radio. The woman speaking has been a quadraplegic for many years and is a devoted Christian. She was speaking on the phrase "God ruthlessly perfects those He royally elects." I have seen evidence of that often. Those with the most difficult of physical limitations seem to know God on a higher plane, live a more spiritual life, accomplish His works in a way I never even imagine. Makes me stop and wonder in a way I hadn't before.
Today is a school day, work day, track meet day, robot club day and I must find time to sleep in there somewhere! I just wanted to wish you all a wonderful April 2nd and know that you are all in my prayers every day and night. Have a blessed day! K
Posted: Apr 2, 08 8:39am
K, I have to agree with you.
We know the word grace, yet when one who teaches us by example of that word alive appears to us, we experience the fullness of the depth ofthe word grace, and we begin to thank God that He really knows what He is doing.
This sums up for me the ones that stand out: 1Co 15:10 But by the grace of God I am what I am: and his grace which was bestowed upon me was not found vain; but I labored more abundantly than they all: yet not I, but the grace of God which was with me.
What a busy life you have, K, and you work to boot. I have safely passed through those years but have never forgot them.
Be blessed and know that you are a blessing!
Posted: Apr 2, 08 9:14am
* includes photos
Today's theme seems to have evolved into Chriatianity through action and example. For the Christian Soldiers and Florence Nightingales amongst us... OK, Clara Bartons, too.
Clara Barton was a civilian, until she went into the battlefield after the 1st Battle of Bull Run, and took up caring and nursing for a profession. After this and during the Civil War, she founded what we know today as the American Red Cross. Which has helped many millions since, in the battles between good and evil, disaster and blood loss, not only with armies, but as a Christianity in action.
Clara's father gaver her a charge on his deathbed, and extracted a promise that she would later recall:
"As a patriot, he had me serve my country with all I had, even with my life if need be; as the daughter of an accepted Mason, he had me seek and comfort the afflicted everywhere, and as a Christian he charged me to honor God and love mankind."
I salute you, leefoster, and all with children in service now
A prayer...
For Kelli, LJQRN, and the Gayle's and all who are like Clara Barton
Posted: Apr 2, 08 1:02pm
WOW!! I am at a total lost of words after reading your posts everyone. I sit here and look out at a clear blue sky, trees, and animals and am awed by the wonder of our Lord and Savior. Although everyone is entitled to their beliefs it is hard for me to understand how they could not believe in God, his presence is everywhere around us.
Editor, I agree with Lee when he said that you should be called pastor. You are a guiding light for us souls here. Thank you for the bible verse today. I found it very moving.
Rose, I understand how depression can get you down. Hang in there and have a wonderful choir practice tonight. Lift you voice to the Lord and he will help you through this week and all future weeks.
Kelli, Thank you for the work that you do. I have witnessed the dedication that ER nurses have and I know that they are God's angels here on earth to help us get through difficult and trying times.
I wish that I could leave you with an inspiring thought or word of scripture but I am so amazed today at God's wonder and blessings that I can not remember any. Know that all of you are in my prayers and thoughts and I am truly thankful that God lead me to this group.
Cheryl
Posted: Apr 2, 08 2:32pm
your message is inspiring, cheryl, just the way it is.
Posted: Apr 2, 08 3:36pm
Once again thank you all for rallying around me, and each other. I thank God everyday, for Him leading me to you. You are all loved by me.
editor
I agree with the others that you are our pastor. I know that this calling can be wearying. We will all try, when we are able, to aid you in guiding us. May God give you inspiration each day, to continue to always know what to say, and how to help us.
You are all in my prayers.
Posted: Apr 2, 08 9:39pm
Sister editor Petronia (rock of our universal internet church)... has a nice ring to it... Petronia is the feminine Greek version of Peter, the rock of Jesus's Church Universal (original meaning of catholic) on Earth... Here we are in cyberspace... loving Christ individually as best we can, guided as best she can to a deepeer understanding of our salvation. Petronia...
Blessings and agape all,
moi
Posted: Apr 2, 08 6:28pm