Tuesday

                          “. . . the gospel is God’s power for salvation                                               to  everyone who believes. . . .”                                   ~Romans 1:16, NKJV~

 

Veteran’s Day – Today, we honor all who served in any branch of the military whether it was a long time ago or recently.  Our family cemetery, Taylor Cemetery, has only a few graves, but four are veterans.  One served in the Civil War, one in the War of 1812, one in WWII, and one one Vietnam.  The first three were named Grant and the last named Alfred.  I’m proud of my heritage, especially the veterans.  Honor those you know who have served.

 

Thankfulness: Day 11 – I’m proud of the military history I just mentioned.  I also have two male first cousins.  Both of them served during the 70’s.  My two uncles on Momma’s side of the family also served – one in WWII and one in the 50’s.  We have been so blessed as a country because of the great military our country is known for.

It takes many individuals to make the military.  I’m proud to see military people in airports and other places.  I can see the pride they bring their families.  I can also see the uncertainly of the future they all have in their hearts.  They bring tears to my eyes as I think of all they endure for me.

This summer, David and I saw numerous military people in another state. David took time to talk with the.  They seemed to appreciate his attention and kind words.  What a small price we pay for the sacrifices they make!

 

Macy Gueldner and her family had a long, busy day yesterday.  Please keep them in your prayers today.  Two posts from last night are included.  Please pray for this family.

“We should be home tonight!!! We’re waiting on some medical equipment, then we’re out of here. They’ve chosen an antibiotic that they hope to kill the bacteria in her line. It’s an IV medicine that I’ll have to give her 3 times a day for 2 weeks. Each infusion lasts an hour, so I’ll be infusing her before work, then rushing home after I finish my last class, then again late at night. I’m already exhausted from the last few days. If you see me in the coming days, just ignore the bags that will be building under my eyes!”

“I couldn’t make this stuff up if I tried….While waiting on Macy’s meds, pumps, and discharge, my already bad headache got much worse. I’ve never had a migraine, but I guess there’s a first time for everything. So, the full blown migraine (with vomiting and all) was NOT fun. In fact, when Macy finally got discharged, I couldn’t even walk. So, I was wheeled out in a wheelchair along with her (true story!) Thank God for Dee and Joan who had been with me all day. They made plans to bring me to Jeremy and my mom, but I finally felt god enough to drive. Guess what? The story’s not over…While unloading the car, the IV pump fell (and broke) on the driveway. Yep, the pump we waited on all day, and the pump that Macy needs to infuse her meds in a couple of hours. So, Jeremy was going to drive back to BR (mind you, we are an hour and a half away) but they called back and will send a delivery guy out to bring it to us… for me to infuse Macy in the middle of the night, then go teach 150 Biology students tomorrow!

Okay, that is all. I’ll end this post, so I can start writing my book.”

Sybil Watson McCray

Born: May 23, 1919
Died: November 02, 2014

http://www.mckneelys.com/home/index.cfm?action=public:obituaries.view&o_id=2798007&fh_id=10545

Fourteen Characteristics of Genuinely Friendly Churches –  Thom S. Rainer

http://thomrainer.com/2014/11/10/fourteen-characteristics-genuinely-friendly-churches/
Baptist Press – bpnews.net
Devotional, Scripture, and a Song
  • “The Drinking Gourd” – http://odb.org/
  • Shine as lights in the world,                                                                       holding fast the word of life.                                                                                         ~Philippians 2:15-16~
  • “Let Others see Jesus in You” – http://www.angelfire.com/ms/spiritual/page18.html

 

Your life may be the only Jesus some people see.  My life may be the only Jesus some people see.  I will have to do better.  How about you?

Anna Lee