We must repent, and we must believe. Although it is necessary to discuss these as separate concepts, we must not think that repentance is ever divorced from faith or that faith is ever divorced from repentance. True faith is permeated with repentance, and true repentance is permeated with faith. They interpenetrate one another in such a way that, whenever there’s a true appropriation of the divine provision, you will find a believing penitent and a penitent believer.
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#1 · January 26, 2006, 10:47 am

Posted by: bigguyhereagain <bigguyhereagain@...>

"Rules For A Happy Day"
 
 
1. TODAY I WILL NOT STRIKE BACK:
If someone is rude, if someone is impatient, if someone is unkind... I
will not respond in a like manner.
 
2. TODAY I WILL ASK GOD TO BLESS MY "ENEMY":
If I come across someone who treats me harshly or unfairly, I will
quietly ask GOD to bless that individual. I understand the "enemy" could be a
family member, neighbor, co-worker or stranger.
 
3. TODAY I WILL BE CAREFUL ABOUT WHAT I SAY:
I will carefully choose and guard my words being certain that I do not
spread gossip.
 
4. TODAY I WILL GO THE EXTRA MILE:
I will find ways to help share the burden of another person.
 
5. TODAY I WILL FORGIVE:
I will forgive any hurts or injuries that come my way.
 
6. TODAY I WILL DO SOMETHING NICE FOR SOMEONE, BUT I WILL NOT DO IT
SECRETLY:
I will reach out anonymously and bless the life of another.
 
7. TODAY I WILL TREAT OTHERS THE WAY I WISH TO BE TREATED:
I will practice the golden rule - "Do unto others as I would have them
do unto me" - with everyone I encounter.
 
8. TODAY I WILL RAISE THE SPIRITS OF SOMEONE WHO IS DISCOURAGED:
My smile, my words, my _expression of support, can make the difference
to someone who is wrestling with life.
 
9. TODAY I WILL NURTURE MY BODY:
I will eat less; I will eat only healthy foods. I will thank GOD for my body.
 
10. TODAY I WILL GROW SPIRITUALLY:
I will spend a little more time in prayer today: I will begin reading
something spiritual or inspirational today; I will find a quiet place
(at some point during this day) and listen to GOD's voice!!!
Author Unknown
 

"The Twelve Gifts Of Birth "  
 
 Once upon a time, a long time ago, when princes and princesses lived in faraway kingdoms, royal children were given twelve special gifts when they were born. You may have heard the stories. Twelve wise women of the kingdom, or fairy godmothers as they were often called, traveled swiftly to the castle whenever a new prince or princess came into the world. Each fairy godmother pronounced a noble gift upon the royal baby.

 
As time went on, the wise women came to understand that the twelve royal gifts of birth belong to every child, born anywhere at anytime. They yearned to proclaim the gifts to all children, but the customs of the land did not allow that.
 
One day when the wise women gathered together they made this prophecy:
 
Some day, all the children of the world will learn the truth about their
noble inheritance. When that happens a miracle will unfold on the kingdom of Earth.
 
Some day is near.
 
Here is the secret they want you to know.
 
At the wondrous moment you were born, as you took your first breath, a great celebration was held in the heavens and twelve magnificent gifts were granted to you.
 
The first gift is STRENGTH. May you remember to call upon it whenever you need it.
 
The second gift is BEAUTY. May your deeds reflect its depth.
 
The third gift is COURAGE. May you speak and act with confidence and use courage to follow your own path.
 
The fourth gift is COMPASSION. May you be gentle with yourself and others. May you forgive those who hurt you and yourself when you make mistakes.
 
The fifth gift is HOPE. Through each passage and season, may you trust the goodness of life.
 
The sixth gift is JOY. May it keep your heart open and filled with light.
 
The seventh gift is TALENT. May you discover your own special abilities and contribute them toward a better world.
 
The eighth gift is IMAGINATION. May it nourish your visions and dreams.
 
The ninth gift is REVERENCE. May you appreciate the wonder that you are and the miracle of all creation.
 
The tenth gift is WISDOM. Guiding your way, wisdom will lead you through knowledge to understanding. May you hear its soft voice.
 
The eleventh gift is LOVE. It will grow each time you give it away.
 
The twelfth gift is FAITH. May you believe.
 
Now you know about your twelve gifts of birth. But there is more to the secret that the wise women knew. Use your gifts well and you will discover  others, among them a gift that is uniquely you. See these noble gifts in other people. Share the truth and be ready for the miracle to unfold as the prophecy of the wise women comes true.
 
 
Have a Blessed Day
Dave and Barbara
 
 
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