suffering

>
> In some of my reading a few days ago I came upon these words, "In love we find out who we want to be. In suffering we find out who we are."
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> A thought to ponder……
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> dad/papa

Experiences

>
> "We know that in all things God works for good with those who love him, those whom he has called according to his purpose."(Romans 8:28) Everyone's life is chocked full of experiences. Sometimes we may think our experiences are not worth much, but that is mistaken thinking. The great thing about God's creating power is that every experience we have is in some way useful to his purposes.
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> What experiences or situations in your life can God use for God's purposes???? Maybe God would have you use them to help others???
>
> I am asking this question of myself…….
>
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> dad/papa

Fallen?

I MIGHT FALL. I WILL GET UP AND MOVE ON.
> I WILL NOT DWELL IN BEING FALLEN.
> I DON'T HAVE ANY TIME LEFT TO STAY FALLEN.
>
> dad/papa

Be Available

>
> "And be kind to one another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, even as God in Christ forgave you."(Eph. 4:32)
> Imagine in moments of hostility and high stress, someone speaks and behaves in a kind and tender way……Let yourself be available in case God calls on you to be that person...
>
> dad/papa

Light

>
> HATE IS DARKNESS
> LOVE IS LIGHT
> LIVE IN LIGHT
>
> DAD/PAPA

Risk Living

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> RISK LIVING- OR CHOSE CERTAIN DEATH BY PLAYING IT SAFE.
>
> "For whoever wants to save his/her own life will lose it; but whoever loses his/her life for my sake will find it." (Matthew 16:25)
>
> A simple reminder that if we seek in everything to gain our own benefit we will remain empty in our hearts.
> If we give everything we are and have to making the world a better place for everyone, we will be full of blessings in our own hearts.
>
> dad/papa

Truth

>
> Dishonesty, craftiness, devious.Words that speak to human relationships and transactions that have a hidden agenda not in the best interest of anyone but the deceiver. Living this way will cause a person to constantly look over his/her shoulder fearful of who is behind. This is unhealthy, destructive, wrong. Our Creator designed us to deal in truth, goodness, kindness, honesty, love, service to others and being good stewards of ourselves…….
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> dad/papa

God’s Presence

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> GO WITH GOD WHEREVER YOU ARE TODAY. THERE IS NO BETTER COMPANION THAN GOD'S PRESENCE.
>
> PAPA

Because He Lives

 BECAUSE HE LIVES I CAN FACE TOMORROW//AND TODAY….

DAD/PAPA

Creation

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> The days of our lives are never static. There may be a desire in us to be settled and things fixed. But from conception to death we are in a constant state of change. I choose to think that Creating Spirit is at all times creating us. Life lives in our bodies. Creator engages us to participate in our creation. It is the Call of creation in us.
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> dad/papa

Fwd: thought

>
> 
> LOVE THIS.
>
> One of my favorite quotes from Malala is “We cannot all succeed when half of us are held back.”
>
> Equality means welcoming and loving your neighbor, even when they are different from you, even if they are unconventional and challenge traditional methods of “being”.
>
> Showing grace through Jesus means remaining openminded towards others, which for some reason seems to be very difficult in today’s social climate. However what you said below, Papa, is right.
>
> We should all wake up every day and be kind, without excluding others.
>

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Fwd: thought

>
> "The earth is the mother of all people, and all people should have equal rights upon it." (Chief Joseph, 1879)
>
> "The earth is the Lord's and all that is in it, the world and those who live in it;" (Psalm 24:1)
>
> We are here in God's Providence; therefore we have no right to claim anything for ourselves alone while others suffer hunger and rejection and homelessness.
>
> The circle of life is not drawn around me to the exclusion of others. The circle of life brings every person within and we find our deep meaning in relationship with one another.
>
> dad/papa

Investments

>
> I am sitting here pondering the state of affairs in the world in general and the church/religion/people in particular. Things are not very pretty. The church/religion/people is a cracked vessel, a smudged painting, a poor witness to the unconditional love of God. Maybe this is not a good investment. Maybe we should sell our stock and invest in something that at least will produce better results. ?????? The problem I have with these thoughts is that getting rid of them would be like throwing the baby out with the water. Whatever is decent in me came from these crappy conditions. I think I will continue to leave my investments where they are and count on the Kingdom of God that is actually relevant to what is going on in the world/church/religion/politics/people………In the meantime I will do all the good I can where I am…..
>
> dad/papa

Fwd: thought

>
> For by grace you have been saved through faith, and that not of yourselves; it is the gift of God, not works, lest anyone should boast. (Ephesians 2:8-9) Energy is always working for one purpose and one purpose only. That purpose is to redeem, renew, create beauty, love, kindness, ……Trees burn. The forest is destroyed. Wait long enough and new life will begin to come forth out of the earth. Sin and evil destroys whatever it touches, but does not have the final act. Eternal Love eventually brings new life and cleansing….
>
> dad/papa

Surrender

> "YOU'RE BLESSED WHEN YOU ARE AT THE END OF YOUR ROPE. WITH LESS OF YOU THERE IS MORE OF GOD AND HIS RULE." Human ego wants to be at the center and in charge. Sooner or later a person has to wake up to the reality that life happens and is out of our control. We can become bitter and cynical. The smart choice is come to terms with the Source of creation and make peace in your mind and heart. Now, with a proper reliance upon God, get on with the business of living.
>
> dad/papa

I LOOK UP TO THE MOUNTAINS; WHERE WILL MY HELP COME FROM? MY HELP WILL COME FROM THE LORD, WHO MADE HEAVEN AND EARTH. (Psalms 121:1,2). These are still words that light my thinking and encourage my spirit. 

Don’t calculate without God. This thought spoke to me when I first read it. It flows out of Psalm 37:5 in which we are reminded to commit our way to God confident God will direct our path. The point is we may make all kinds of plans but Holy Spirit has final approval. Pause, pay attention to the counsel of Word within you......(something to consider.)

Fwd: THOUGHT

ON THIS DAY, AUGUST 31, GRANDMOTHER WOULD HAVE BE 87. HOWEVER, THAT IS NOT RELEVANT NOW. SHE ABIDES IN THE PRESENCE OF ETERNAL LOVE AND WHOLENESS. THANKS BE TO GOD!
>
> DAD/PAPA

Witnessing

One of the persons who came to "The Celebration of Life" service for grandmother was a preacher who as a younger man served as associate pastor where Liz worked as a secretary. He told me that when he was troubled about something in his job he would go to her office and she would listen to him. That meant a lot to him, even important enough that many years later he came to her memorial service. Our influence and care for others happens when we are not aware. God works in the commonplaces of life. Our best witness for God is when you are not aware it is happening. Something to remember.
>
>
> Dad/Papa

Fwd: thought

You are a better person because of Grandmother's influence in your life. May that awareness light your path in all your days.
>
> Papa

Fwd: thought

 

What makes a heathy life attitude??  Ponder these thoughts. "THE EARTH IS THE LORD'S AND THE FULLNESS THEREOF, THE WORLD AND THOSE THEREIN."

"BLESS THE LORD, O MY SOUL, AND ALL THAT IS WITHIN ME BLESS HIS HOLY NAME."

Love you,

Papa

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Zephyr

Zephry-"a soft gentle breeze." Thus we experience presence of God. Be still, be quiet and experience Holy Presence. Eventually you will hear the whisper, I am here. I love you.
>
>
> Dad/Papa

Love is eternal

Life is eternal. How do I know? I sit here in my chair and looking up the sun is shining brightly all the way from heaven reminding me that heaven and earth are connected and our loved ones surround us in love.
>
>
> Papa

Matthew 11:28

>
> "Come unto me……and I will give you rest." (Matthew 11:28) - Someone says, "I have your back." I hear these words letting me know that person cares and wants me to do well in the situation at hand. I hear these words assuring me that I will not be alone and this person will be paying attention and ready to help…..Holy Spirit is saying to us we can count on Unconditional Love. God is Love. —— I hope and pray these words speak truth to your heart as life happens today.
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> dad/papa

Like Money in the Bank

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"God has said,never will I leave you; never will I forsake you. So we say with confidence,The Lord is my helper; I will not be afraid." (Hebrews 13: 5,6)  These words may not be meaningful at the moment, but they are like money in the bank. There will come a time when you need to draw upon this promise of God and the meaning will sustain you in that moment, in that experience…Blessings .

dad/papa

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Fwd: thought

>
> "The ache for home lives in all of us, the safe place where we can go as we are and not be questioned."
> -Maya Angelou
>

Fwd: thought

>
>
> Deep inside us is a hunger and thirst, a yearning and a need, a itch, a something. Nothing we do fills that need until we turn to God….. Psalm 63:1. "…my soul thirsts for you; my flesh faints for you, as in a dry and weary land where there is no water." Our need for God is not only spiritual. Our physical being is better when we are in relationship with God.
>
> dad/papa

Fwd: thought

>
> Do not become so comfortable with your culture that you fit into it mindlessly. Instead, be focused on God. You will experience inner change and outwardly your presence will be light to truth and goodness.
>
> dad/papa

Fwd: thought

>
> Sometimes I just bow my head and wait silently …..Holy Spirit knows what I need….
>
> dad/papa

Fwd: thought

>
> Most powerful word in all languages: LOVE
> Most vulnerable word in all languages: LOVE
> LOVE is strong enough to be vulnerable.
> Creation has planted LOVE in your heart.
> LOVE is your core being.
>
> Think about it
>
> dad/papa

Fwd: Thought

>
> Good morning. Thinking about you and thought I would like to pray for you in the journey of today. I don’t know what is on your to do list today or what may come up unexpected, but no matter what may be you are not alone. You are protected and kept in Eternal Love. I believe Love is the central truth of all life and creation.
>
> DAD/PAPA
>
> Sent from my iPad

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Fwd: thought

>
> "TRUST YOURSELF IN GOD'S HANDS." What does this mean in the moments and experiences I encounter today???? I will try to pay attention to this thought today….I invite you to….
>
> dad/papa

Fwd: Thought

>
> Do not let the things of life destroy you. Use them, turn them loose. Ponder values that abide through all experiences and sustain you mind and encourage your heart.
>
> Dad/Papa
>
> Sent from my iPad

Fwd: THOUGHT

>
> HE LIVES IN MY HEART……… HE LIVES IN THE HEART ……..LOVE that is greater than our comprehension is all in all…...
>
> dad/papa

Fwd: thought

>
> Be attentive and on the job for what needs to be done, for what is true, right, helpful, even when you don't feel like it. (2 Timothy 4: 2)
>
> dad/papa

Fwd: THOUGHT

> HE LIVES IN MY HEART……… HE LIVES IN THE HEART ……..LOVE that is greater than our comprehension is all in all…...
>
> dad/papa

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Fwd: thought

>
> The day between Good Friday and Easter Sunday leaves a big question. It is like a blank page. It is a mystery. Some persons believe Jesus descended into hell to carry his message of salvation to the lost in that place. I don't know. What I do know is that for me this day is quiet, waiting for whatever is next. It is a space in time between death and resurrection. There are experiences in life when we are between what has been and what is to come.Sense God is Love, whatever is to be will be Good……??????
>
> dad/papa

Fwd: thought

>
> Every religious heritage has stories and traditions in which truth nurtures.
> Today our Christian story remembers the suffering and death of Jesus Christ.
> Innocent, falsely accused, but remaining faithful to God's will in his life.
> I am not sure we can comprehend someone else taking our blame, suffering for us.
> We have innocent people in prison for crimes they did not commit.
> The Christ says to all humanity, I WILL STAND FOR YOUR GUILT. BE FORGIVEN.
> Guilty, we are everyone guilty. We are helpless to undo our damage. We are doomed.
> Today, He is nailed to the cross for sins he did not commit, but he did it anyway for you and me.
> Thanks be to God.
>
> dad/papa

Fwd: thought

>
> Sometimes it gets really dark in our minds, burdens are heavy, decisions are difficult. Remember when light and clarity filled your inner space. Hold on to that memory in the confidence the lights will come on again. Darkness does not prevail. Even dark times serve God's purpose…..
>
> dad/papa

Fwd: thought

>
> How did you become successful?
> By making the right decisions.
>
> How did you know which decisions to make?
> By the experiences I've had.
>
> How did you gain experience?
> By making bad decisions.
> (From writing of Truett Cathy)
>
> Dad/Papa

FW: thought

    Ideas, not things, are treasures worth keeping.
    The ability to sort out the essential from the trivia keeps life focused.
    Learn to separate the eternal from the trivial.
    When our minds and hearts are kept clean and healthy we can make the world around is clean and healthy.
   
    dad/papa

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Caregiver

    Caregiving is a part of living as humans. There are no simple and easy rules to follow, but there are some observations I have.  CAREGIVER NEEDS COMPASSION, PATIENCE, SENSE OF HUMOR, TOUGH SKIN.
   
    dad/papa

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Alive

>
> I don't want to just stay alive. I want to live meaningfully while I am alive. In other words God had something meaningful and good in mind the moment you were created.
>
> dad/papa

Fwd: thought

In this moment is the gift-God Loves You-there is no "April fool" in this Word.

dad/papa

Fwd: thought

>
> "Although power can force obedience, only love can summon a response of love, …" Power is fragile, temperamental. We are intimated by power even though it can be overthrown. Love is another world altogether. Love is transforming, encouraging, affirming, liberating, healing………
>
> dad/papa

Fwd: thought

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> We think a thing is beyond our reach, but discover we can reach beyond what we think, if we are willing to try.
>
> dad/papa

Fwd: thought

>
> If you wait for conditions to be perfect, you will never start any project.
> -B.E.
>
> dad/papa

Fwd: thought

>
> A journal note I made 9/7/14. 
>
> Looking through college yearbooks stirs memories. So long ago. Not know where people are. We were full of dreams. Now sunset is on the horizon. Hope and pray we have made a difference for good. Believe we have. The Call continues into each generation. We are part of something bigger that ourselves.
>
> dad/papa

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Fwd: thought

>
> Today I will be living on the assets of God. It is right that I spend those assets doing God's work. I must pay attention to the inner Word that will let me know what is God's work for me today. And thus i pray for you…
>
> dad/papa

Fwd: thought

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Conflict on the outside reflects conflict on the inside. Peace on the inside sets the stage for peace on the outside. As you transact the business of living this day, may the peace that flows from eternal Love provide the stability and understanding you need.

dad/papa

Fwd: thought

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>
> "Human history grinds on, between the time of promise and fulfillment."(Philip Yancey) Can we trust God to make something good and beautiful out of a world that includes killings in New Zealand and hatred in the minds of citizens in this USA??? This is Sat. am. a new day. I believe God is saying to us lets get to work doing all the good we can in the midst of whatever……
>
> dad/papa

Fwd: thought

>
> 2/13/2001 Journal entry. "I am a little boy at my grandmother Rentz. She tells me I better not go outside the yard because somebody out there might get me. Fear control, a way of discipline? I will not live that way. I will go out there, outside the fence. I have learned faith is stronger than fear. So 65 years later here I am Monday morning sitting in David's den in California having dared to travel down the unknown road of faith and I will continue to faith live."
>
> Well, from 2001 to this moment, 2019 I am still traveling the road of faith and not alone—blessings and love
>
> dad/papa

Fwd: thought

>
>
> "Your kingdom come on earth…..Your will be done…." What do the words of this prayer mean to you ????
>
> dad/papa

Fwd: thought

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> "….the weak, and those unwilling to make the struggle, soon resign their liberties for the protection of powerful men or paid armies; they begin by being protected, they end by being subjected." -Louis L'Amour. Life is risky,freedom is risky, being responsible is risky. The world is a dangerous place. === as long as I am alive I refuse to cower in fear. I choose to be myself and do right and good as I see and understand, in faith.
>
> dad/papa

Fwd: thought

>
> I have this thought. Every morning when we wake the first word God has for us is, "I love you so much I am willing to die for you." The story of human experience is filled with Love giving everything for us to experience love in the darkness of fear and trouble. Also, love opens our eyes to the beauty that we may not see all around us.
>
> dad/papa

Fwd: thought

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> Sometimes we find ourselves in places of life that are hard to bear and we want to get it done and behind us. Problem is, the condition may be a matter of nature. Like when we are waiting for birth to happen and we don't know the moment and timing of creation as we wait for birth to happen. In a way this is the same situation as we anticipate the ending of life here and the suffering that sometimes happens. This may be at any time along our journey. I think what I am wanting to say is that everything has its time and our impatience with getting it over is distracting and misleading. In God's timing we wait, and in the meantime paying attention to the moment and what we can do now. We are called to live in the moment, in the now, in the experience now, confident that Holy Spirit knows the big picture and is present with us working with us. We may be dealing with issues of work or issues of health, etc. and the most important thing is to trust the One who knows the Plan and no matter the moment or the out come we abide in the Love of God and the Love of God abides in us……….anyway, maybe this makes some sense….
>
> dad/papa

Fwd: thoughts

>
> "May your choices reflect your hopes, not your fears." (Nelson Mandela) These are not words from a person who had it easy. He spent many years in prison in South Africa. He was a man of hope and vision. Upon release from prison he eventually became President of South Africa. His life and words called for ending apartheid in his country. Life in this world requires hope. Evil has to be overcome in every generation, in every life. Hope keeps our minds and hearts alive and focused what is true and right whereas fear shuts us down and clogs our minds and discourages our heart in clouds of despair and defeat. Make choices that reflect your hope.
>
> dad/papa

Fwd: thought

>
> Hi, hope you are going to have a great day. This is the day the Lord has made; therefore rejoice and be glad in it. Everything today may not be like you think it should be. Don't worry and be upset, God has the same problem getting you and me. God does not give up on us, but gives us this day….
>
> dad/papa

Fwd: thoughts

> It is for me to love the person—It is for the Holy Spirit to convict the person—It is for God to judge the person.(Billy Graham) — If we take on the work of correcting everyone we think needs correcting, if we sit in the seat of judgement upon those who we think are doing wrong, we will be crushed, for the load is too much for us and we are ourselves need correcting. The work God has assigned us is to love one another as he loves us. There is no change agent more powerful than love.
>
> dad/papa

Fwd: thoughts

> I am on my way to apartment. She is coming down hall pushing her cart with trash. She stops me with questions. When can a Power of Attorney(has trouble saying the words.) take over? I told her not until doctor declares you incompetent. Her response indicates that has already been done. She doesn't know whether to trust her children. She has strained relationship with some of her children. I listened. Encouraged her as she does best she can and trust her family in this very frightening time in her life. I am partially informed about her situation via community gossip. She thanked me and went on to the trash room. — The thoughts that flowed as I came to my apartment is opportunities for service, ministry, happen unexpected. Be available and mainly listen and affirm the person. It is well to hold fast the confidence that God's love never forsakes us. Thanks family for love, understanding and care.
>
> Dad/Papa

Quotes Papa Likes

“PROGRESS IS IMPOSSIBLE WITHOUT CHANGE AND THOSE WHO CANNOT CHANGE THEIR MINDS CANNOT CHANGE ANYTHING.”

-George Bernard Shaw

“DO NOT HARM - DO GOOD - STAY IN LOVE WITH GOD.”

   -John Wesley

“…IT WAS A MATTER OF THE MIND, THAT WAS ALL.  IF YOU WEREN’T WHIPPED IN YOUR MIND, NOTHING COULD WHIP YOU.”

-L. Lamour

“THE FREEDOM OF SPEECH MAY BE TAKEN AWAY, AND, DUMB AND SILENT WE MAY BE LED LIKE SHEEP, TO THE SLAUGHTER.”

      -George Washington

FREEDOM—WHAT AM I DOING WITH IT????  — LIVE AS FREE PERSONS…..AND NOT USE FREEDOM AS PRETEXT TO DO EVIL….

dad/papa