Remembering Those Who Have Sacrificed for Us Pastor Adrian Rogers
"And Moses said unto the people, Remember this day, in which ye came out from Egypt, out of the house of bondage; for by strength of hand the Lord brought you out from this place." Exodus 13:3
Each year, Americans remember those brave-hearted souls who fought and gave their lives so that you and I would have the rights and privileges of living in a free country. Remembering is important. In fact, God instructs His people on many occasions in the Old Testament to remember from whence they came and to remember His providence.
It is by the mighty hand of God that we are saved, we are protected, and we are free to live in the Land of the Brave. Never take that freedom for granted, my friend. It is a precious commodity for which the world hungers, and it is a powerful charge for you and me to protect.
Do you know of someone in your life who has served in the armed forces of this country? Make it a point this week to express to them your gratitude for their service.
Pool Party Games Fun games for your next swimming pool party. Fun games for birthday parties and anytime ... One of my kids favorite pool games...
Speedboat Relay This is one bucket brigade that, instead of putting out the fire, is guaranteed to fan the flames of hot competition....
Puddle Jumping Try this get-wet jump rope game to cool off this summer...
Splash and Score Kids can test their aim and douse their opponent at the same time with this water balloon game of throwing and blocking skills.....
Memorial Day Menu Here's a link with some wonderful menu suggestions to jump start the weekend and celebrate Memorial Day with family and friends!
You Are The Sunshine of My Life by Stevie Wonder
You are the sunshine of my life That's why I'll always be around You are the apple of my eye Forever you'll stay in my heart
I feel like this is the beginning 'though I've loved you for a million years And if I thought our love was ending I'd find myself drowning in my own tears Whoa whoa
You are the sunshine of my life That's why I'll always stay around You are the apple of my eye Forever you'll stay in my heart
You must have known that I was lonely Because you came to my rescue And I know that this must be heaven How could so much love be inside of you
Secret Hideaway Neskowin Beach State Recreation Site, Neskowin, Oregon Photographer Matt Brown , Writer Steve Millburg, Coastal Living
See and Be Seen Miami Beach, Florida Photographer Mark Lewis/Getty Images , Writer Steve Millburg , Coastal Living
Family Fun
Ocean City New Jersey
Photographer Buff Strickland, Writer Steve Millburg, Coastal Living
The 31 Best Beach Vacations Whether you want to stroll for seashells, ride waves, or build sand castles, our list of amazing beaches will guide you to your new favorite coastal playground.
"The surface of Venice is constantly metamorphosing [and] painting Venice is almost like being a restorer, peeling off the layers to find the picture after picture underneath.”- Arbit Blatis
Make a ho-hum cheese tray spectacular with a few unexpected additions. One large wedge of cheese looks like you splurged, but it's actually less expensive than offering several smaller choices.
Corn chips add crunch to these meaty chili dogs. Add a sprinkling of sharp cheeder cheese for extra flavor.
Hot Dog and more at Better Homes and Gardens Hot dogs are an American tradition. Here are 10 quick and easy ways to jazz them up: "… red sweet pepper add a colorful touch to hot dogs. Sprinkle crumbled bacon pieces on top … makes a spicy and delicious topping. Top hot dogs with nacho cheese sauce,…"
Tomorrow is the last day of school . . . Hot Diggity Dog! Here's some fun ideas that might help keep your kids busy: Badminton, Biking, Bird watching, Hide-n-Seek, Hopscotch, Basketball, Baseball,Softball, Stick Ball, Croquet, Go Fishing, Golf, Hiking, Horseshoes, Kickball, Penny Toss, Swimming, Slip-N-Slide, Charades, Plan a Scavenger Hunt, Camping, Plan a Picnic, River Rafting, Rowing, Three Legged Races, Paint by Numbers,Sell LEMONDADE, HOTDOGS orPOPSICLES, Go to the Park, Visit the Zoo, Visit the Science Museum, Visit the Art Museum,Start a Scrap Book, Dry & Press Flowers, Create a Bird or Butterfly watching journal, Start a New Hobby, Build a Model Car or Model Airplane, Play Jacks, Pick Up Sticks, Chess, Checkers,Board Games, Take a Garden Tour, Go to Library and read,read, read. Make Puppets, Write & Direct their Own Play,Create their own Carnival, Learn Photography, Learn First Aid, Go Bug Hunting, Build a Terrarium, Visit the Farmers Market, Start a Worm Farm, Groom the family pet, learn Magic, Paint rocks for the Garden, Learn to Cook,Decorate Cupcakes, Learn to Knit, Beading,Woodworking,Memorize Bible Verses and last but not least just have fun!
AlienFieldTrip
This alien field trip was an out-of-this-world experience for these lucky fifth graders from Los Angeles. All kids should have the chance to explore alien worlds, exotic animals, and all sorts of other cool educational experiences. We are sending 50 deserving classrooms on field trips that they will never forget.
A lot of negative emotions accompany hardship: frustration, despair, fear, and doubt. People ruled by those feelings often make poor choices. This is why I recommend that you decide now to respond to troubled times the way the Israelites did: with praise. Even in the darkest hours, worshipping God fills the heart with joy and the mind with peace. A believer who is filled in this way can wisely keep a commitment to obey the Lord no matter what.
Worshipping the Lord enlarges our vision. By doing so, we begin to see how He is at work in the world, perhaps in ways and places we never noticed before. More particularly, we see what God is doing in our situation and notice areas where He requires our obedience.
Our human tendency is to plot a course through a situation toward the easiest solution. But believers who strike out on their own do not mature in faith. Moreover, they miss out on the blessings of following the Lord's plan. Stopping to praise can divert us from the easy way out and direct us to the right path—namely, the way of God's will. Taking a step forward in faith can be frightening. However, believers are completely safe risking their whole future on the Lord's faithfulness. He has never disappointed anyone!
It's hard to despair while honoring the Lord for His love and strength. We can dispel doubt by recalling His past faithfulness—and ease frustration by committing our future plans to Him. Praise is not the obvious reaction to hardship, but it is the wisest response a hymn of praise!
Praise Him! Praise Him!
Praise Him! praise Him! Jesus, our blessed Redeemer! Sing, O Earth, His wonderful love proclaim! Hail Him! hail Him! highest archangels in glory; Strength and honor give to His holy Name! Like a shepherd, Jesus will guard His children, In His arms He carries them all day long.
Chorus:
Praise Him! praise Him! tell of His excellent greatness; Praise Him! praise Him! ever in joyful song!
Praise Him! praise Him! Jesus, our blessed Redeemer! For our sins He suffered, and bled and died. He our Rock, our hope of eternal salvation,
Hail Him! hail Him! Jesus the Crucified. Sound His praises! Jesus who bore our sorrows; Love unbounded, wonderful, deep and strong.
Praise Him! praise Him! Jesus, our blessed Redeemer! Heav'nly portals loud with hosannas ring! Jesus, Savior, reigneth forever and ever;
Crown Him! crown Him! Prophet and Priest and King! Christ is coming! over the world victorious, Pow'r and glory unto the Lord belong. —Fanny Crosby, 1869
For more biblical teaching and resources from Dr. Charles Stanley, please visit http://www.intouch.org/.
But the path of the righteous is like the light of dawn,
which shines brighter and brighters until full day."
Proverbs 4:14
There is no better time than right now to be happy!
Happiness Is A Journey... -- Father Alfred D'Souza
Happiness is a journey, not a destination. Dance as though no one is watching you. Love as though you have never been hurt before. Sing as though no one can hear you. Live as though heaven is on earth.
Sara Bareilles-Many The Miles (Live at the Fillmore)
There's too many things that i haven't done yet Too many sunsets I haven't seen You can't waste the day wishing it'd slow down You would've thought by now I'd have learned something
I made up my mind when i was a young girl I've been given this one world I won't worry it away But now and again I lose sight of the good life I get stuck in a low light But then Love comes in
How far do i have to go to get to you Many the miles Many the miles How far do i have to go to get to you Many the miles But send me the miles and i'll be happy to follow you Love
I do what i can wherever i end up To keep giving my good love And spreading it around Cause i've had my fiar share of take care and goodbyes I've learned how to cry And i'm better for that
Sing how far do I have to go to get to you Many the miles Many the miles How far do i have to go to get to you Many the miles Send me the miles and I'll be happy to Follow you Love
Red letter day and i'm in a blue mood Wishing that blue would just carry me away I've been talking to God don't know If it's helping or not But surely something has got to got to got to give Cause i can't keep waiting to live
How far do I have to go to get to you Many the miles Many the miles How far do i have to go to get to you Many the miles But send me the miles and I'll be happy to yeah How far do I have to go to get to you Many the miles Many the miles How far do I have to go to get to you Many the miles Many the miles Been talking to God don't know if it's helping or not Many the miles Many the miles How far do I have to go to get to you Many the miles Many the miles Oh send me the miles and I'll be happy to Follow you Love
There's too many things I haven't done yet Too many sunsets I haven't seen
George Costanza: I'll sniff out a deal. I have a sixth sense. Jerry: Cheapness is not a sense.
"There are friends who point the way to ruin, others are closer than a brother." Proverbs 18:24
TNT - Men of a Certain Age MEN OF A CERTAIN AGE explores the unique bonds of male friendship among three men experiencing the changes and challenges of mid-life.
"A friend can tell you things you don't want to tell yourself." ~Frances Ward Weller
"Song for a Friend" - Jason Mraz
Well you're magic he said But don't let it all go to your head Well I bet if you all had it all figured out Then you'd never get out of bed No doubt All the thing's that I've read what he wrote me Is now sounding like the man I was hoping To be Keep on keeping it real Cause it keeps getting easier indeed He's the reason that I'm laughing Even if there's no one else He said, you've got to love yourself
You say, you shouldn't mumble when you speak But keep your tongue up in your cheek And if you stumble on to You better remember that it's humble that you seek You got all the skill you need, Individuality You got something Call it gumption Call it anything you want Because when you play the fool now You're only fooling everyone else You're learning to love yourself
Yes you are
There's no price to pay When you give and what you take, That's why it's easy to thank you You...
Let's say take a break from the day And get back to the old garage Because life's too short anyway But at least it's better then average As long as you got me And I got you You know we'll got a lot to go around I'll be your friend Your other brother Another love to come and comfort you And I'll keep reminding If it's the only thing I ever do I will always love I will always love you Yes you I will always, always, always, always love I will always, always love I will always, always love, love
Climb up over the top. Survey the state of the soul. You've got to find out for yourself whether or not you're truly trying. Why not give it a shot? Shake it. Take control and inevitably wind up Find out for yourself all the strengths you have inside of you.
Seven Layer Salad - All Recipes "I usually make this bacon, lettuce, onion, pea and cheese layered salad in a large flat bowl...."
The Saucy Bird: Smokey Orange Pork Chops Sep 18, 2008 ... These pork chops are one of my favorite things to cook when fall is just around the corner. The smell of the burnt orange and the spicy ...
I gave my back to those who beat me; my cheeks to those who pluck my beard: My face I did not shield from buffets and spitting. ~ Isaiah 50:6
Untitled Poem by KoolChristian Girl
Broken chains He came to set us free But we aren't living in the freedom He gave He came to break our chains But we choose to live in bondage.
Time and time again We turn to what won't satisfy We choose the pain We choose the sadness When life and abundant joy is being offered.
Chains have been broken But still we sit in our prison cell He came and bailed us out And the walls have been broken down But we stay in the place we once knew Because we are comfortable there.
Our broken past Has been forgiven Yet we constantly replay the memories in our mind We've been given authority over the demonic A sword in our hand Yet we stand by as if he has the authority.
This message will not be easy to hear Because we don't want to admit That we're holding ourselves back And we won't walk through the open door.
He's given us the keys to life But we choose death By walking away from Him When we know that He has so much more to offer.
Time and time again We turn to what won't satisfy We choose the pain We choose the sadness When life and abundant joy is being offered.
Chains have been broken But still we sit in our prison cell He came and bailed us out And the walls have been broken down But we stay in the place we once knew Because we are comfortable there.
Jesus is our deliverer And He broke every chain When He shed His blood And paid for every sin But we still choose to turn away from Him.
He came and He forgave us But still we let shame rule us He came and He opened the door But we won't walk through it For fear that He might hurt us or lead us astray.
He came and He broke the chains But we pick them back up again Because we are more comfortable in them Then we cry out asking why won't He free us When He whispers I already have.
Time and time again We turn to what won't satisfy We choose the pain We choose the sadness When life and abundant joy is being offered.
Chains have been broken But still we sit in our prison cell He came and bailed us out And the walls have been broken down But we stay in the place we once knew Because we are comfortable there.
Our chains are broken Our sins are forgiven We are set free But we refuse to move And we let the pain keep us down.
Life comes and it will wear us down But we are faced with a choice We can either lay our burdens down And move forward to the life He has offered Or sit in our prison cells Missing out on life And letting the enemy rule over you.
We are children We are warriors And we've been given armor to fight We have a powerful sword in our hand And He has taught us how to fight But so many times we believe the lie And let the enemy win.
God wants to move in your life But you have to let Him If you are willing to move forward He will carry you through the valley.
But time and time again We turn to what won't satisfy We choose the pain We choose the sadness When life and abundant joy is being offered.
Chains have been broken But still we sit in our prison cell He came and bailed us out And the walls have been broken down But we stay in the place we once knew Because we are comfortable there.
If the Son has set you free Then you are truly free So why then do we sit in darkness? When His light is willing to break through Why do we pick up our chains? When we know He has set us free?
In Christ we are Fully forgiven Fully free Fully accepted Fully cleansed by His blood.
We aren't struggling to be free But we are free to be struggling Life is about a choice Pain will come Heartache will come But we are God's children And we are His warriors And we've been given a sword to fight.
So warriors pick up your swords And start fighting Drop your chains Because He set you free for a reason It is for freedom that Christ has set you free Not to pick up your chains and sit in your bondage Let's stand in the freedom given to us.
Time and time again We turn to what won't satisfy We choose the pain We choose the sadness When life and abundant joy is being offered.
Chains have been broken But still we sit in our prison cell He came and bailed us out And the walls have been broken down But we stay in the place we once knew Because we are comfortable there.
For if Jesus has set us free (And He has) Then we are truly free. John 8:36
It is for FREEDOM That Christ has set us free So we will live and walk In the freedom He gave It wasn't for no reason that He shed His blood His shedding blood wasn't in vain He shed His blood so we could be FREE. Galatians 5:1
A mom forgives us all our faults, not to mention one or two we don't even have. ~Robert Brault
It's not easy being a mother. If it were easy, fathers would do it. ~From the television show The Golden Girls
A mother is a person who seeing there are only four pieces of pie for five people, promptly announces she never did care for pie. ~Tenneva Jordan
Why We Love Mom
"The Mother's Heart is the child's schoolroom." Henry Ward Beecher
"The commonest fallacy among women is that simply having children makes one a mother -- which is as absurd as believing that having a piano makes one a musician. Sydney J. Harris
"No man is poor how has a godly mother." Abraham Lincoln
"The loveliest masterpiece of the heart of God is the heart of a mother." St. Therese of Lisieus
"I learned more about Christianity from my mother than from all the theologians of England." John Wesley
"For those who love, nothing is hard; and no task is difficult if your desire is great." St. Jerome
"Moderation is the the silent string running through the pearl chain of all virtues" Joseph Hall
"We are silent at the beginning of the day because God should have the first word, and we are silent before going to sleep because the last word belongs to God." Deitrich Bonhoeffer
Alison Krauss - When You Say Nothing At All
We must be silent before we can listen. We must listen before we can learn. We must learn before we can serve. We must serve before we can lead. -William Arthur Ward
"No man is an island, entire of itself; every man is a piece of the Continent, a part of the main. John Donne
"Plan ahead. It wasn't raining when Noah built the ark." Richard Cushing
Jars of Clay
"Flood"
Rain, rain on my face It hasn't stopped raining for days My world is a flood Slowly I become one with the mud
[Chorus:]
But if I can't swim after forty days and my mind is crushed by the thrashing waves Lift me up so high that I cannot fall Lift me up Lift me up - when I'm falling Lift me up - I'm weak and I'm dying Lift me up - I need you to hold me Lift me up - Keep me from drowning again
Downpour on my soul Splashing in the ocean, I'm losing control Dark sky all around I can't feel my feet touching the ground
[Chorus]
Calm the storms that drench my eyes Dry the streams still flowing Cast down all the waves of sin And guilt that overthrow me
[Chorus]
Lift me up - when I'm falling Lift me up - I'm weak and I'm dying Lift me up - I need you to hold me Lift me up - Keep me from drowning again
"THE GOSPEL OF JESUS: John The Baptist" - John 1:19-37 He prepared the way of the Lord, pioneered soul winning, and was the greatest man ever born, according to Jesus...but even he had his doubts, which Christ satisfied!
A video telling two stories, one fiction, one true, of a person standing up for God. Song - Sound of Melodies by Leeland
