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27 September 2007

WONDERING IF YOUR PRAYER GOT ANSWERED

Therefore I tell you, whatever you ask for in prayer, believe that you have received it, and it will be yours. Mark 11:24

Have you ever had the experience of praying for someone or something, and you never really knew whether or not your prayer was answered? If dead people could come back from the grave to tell what happened in their lives in those last few hours, or possibly those last few minutes, we might rest better at night; yet at times God remarkably allows us to discover how He answered a prayer in ways that have to be beyond the natural.

In his book, Surprise Endings, Pastor Ron Mehl tells about such a situation. It all began when Roger Simms left the military and, to save some money, took his heavy duffel bag and began hitchhiking home. When a large, expensive car approached, though Roger waved his thumb in the direction he wanted to go, he thought, "Not a ghost of a chance with that car!"

To his surprise, though, the car quietly glided to a stop, and a distinguished older man with gray hair and a bronzed tan, invited him to get in.

The businessman was going near Roger's home, and agreed to drop him off. As they chatted about Roger's service time and world events, Roger felt a strong compulsion to talk to his friend and benefactor about the Lord. But he kept thinking of reasons why not to talk to his host. "Religion is a private matter," he thought, but, nonetheless, as he got closer to his destination, he realized, "It's now or never."

"Mr. Hanover," began Roger, "I would like to talk to you about something very important." He then gave Hanover the simple plan of salvation, telling him how he could be born again, right then. To his surprise, Hanover pulled the car to the side of the road and began to sob. He prayed with Roger, and as they drove on, Hanover said, "This is the greatest thing that ever happened to me."

When Mr. Hanover dropped Roger off, he gave him his business card which Roger kept, thinking that someday he would stop by and visit his newly found brother in Christ.

Meanwhile, five years went by. Roger Simms married, had a child, and got into business. "One day," says Ron Mehl, "while packing for a business trip to Chicago, he came across a small, gold-embossed business card which Mr. Hanover had given him years earlier."

Roger tucked it into his brief case and decided to visit the man he had led to the Lord five years before. When he looked up the address of Hanover Enterprises, somewhat to his surprise, he found the offices housed in an expensive high-rise building.

When he presented the card and explained he was an old friend, the receptionist said that he couldn't see Mr. Hanover, but he could see Mrs. Hanover. Somewhat disappointed, Roger was escorted into a beautiful office where a woman in her 50s was seated at a huge oak desk.

"You knew my husband?" she said. Roger explained how her husband had given him a ride. "Can you tell me what date that was?" "Sure," said Roger. "It was May 7th, five years ago, the day I was discharged from the army." "Did anything special happen on your ride, anything unusual?" she asked. Roger hesitated, and then told her the whole story. Then she burst into tears. Moments after Hanover had dropped Roger off, he was killed in a head-on collision. Roger was the last person who had ever talked to him alive. For years she had prayed for his salvation, but only then--five years later--did she learn that God had indeed answered her fervent prayers.

Resource reading Mark 11:20-26

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I got this in an e-mail from my soul mate, Pattycakes. It is so good, I just had to post it! Please take a little time to read this, I think you may count your Blessings! Subject: What we are so unhappy about?''
Date: Sun, 19 Aug 2007 21:46:48 -0700
This is worthy of the read--believe me!
Jay Leno wrote this; it's the Jay Leno we don't often see....
"The other day I was reading Newsweek magazine and came across some poll data
I found rather hard to believe. It must be true given the source, right?
The Newsweek poll alleges that 67 percent of Americans are unhappy with the
direction the country is headed and 69 percent of the country is unhappy with
the performance of the president. In essence 2/3s of the citizenry just ain't
happy and want a change.So being the knuckle dragger I am, I started thinking, ''What we are so
unhappy about?''
Is it that we have electricity and running water 24 hours a day, 7 days a
week? Is our unhappiness the result of having air conditioning in the summer
and heating in the winter? Could it be that 95.4 percent of these unhappy folks
have a job? Maybe it is the ability to walk into a grocery store at any time and
see more food in moments than Darfur has seen in the last year?
Maybe it is the ability to drive from the Pacific Ocean to the Atlantic Ocean
without having to present identification papers as we move through each state?
Or possibly the hundreds of clean and safe motels we would find along the way
that can provide temporary shelter?
I guess having thousands of restaurants with varying cuisine from around the
world is just not good enough; or could it be that when we wreck our car,
emergency workers show up and provide services to help all and even send a
helicopter to take you to the hospital.
Perhaps you are one of the 70 percent of Americans who own a home. You may be
upset with knowing that in the unfortunate case of a fire, a group of trained
firefighters will appear in moments and use top notch equipment to extinguish
the flames thus saving you, your family and your belongings.
Or if, while at home watching one of your many flat screen TVs, a burglar or
prowler intrudes, an officer equipped with a gun and a bullet-proof vest will
come to defend you and your family against attack or loss. This all in the
backdrop of a neighborhood free of bombs or militias raping and pillaging the
residents. Neighborhoods where 90 percent of teenagers own cell phones and
computers.
How about the complete religious, social and political freedoms we enjoy that
are the envy of everyone in the world? Maybe that is what has 67 percent of you
folks unhappy.
Fact is, we are the largest group of ungrateful, spoiled brats the world has
ever seen. No wonder the world loves the U.S. , yet has a great disdain for
its citizens. They see us for what we are. The most blessed people in the
world who do nothing but complain about what we don't have, and what we hate
about the country instead of thanking the good Lord we live here.
I know, I know. What about the president who took us into war and has no plan
to get us out? The president who has a measly 31 percent approval rating? Is
this the same president who guided the nation in the dark days after 9/11? The
president that cut taxes to bring an economy out of recession? Could this be the
same guy who has been called every name in the book for succeeding in keeping
all the spoiled ungrateful brats safe from terrorist attacks?
The commander in chief of an all-volunteer army that is out there defending
you and me? Did you hear how bad the President is on the news or talk show? Did
this news affect you so much, make you so unhappy you couldn't take a look
around for yourself and see all the good things and be glad?
Think about it.... are you upset at the President because he actually caused
you personal pain OR is it because the "Media" told you he was failing to kiss
your sorry ungrateful behind every day.
Make no mistake about it. The troops in Iraq and Afghanistan have volunteered
to serve, and in many cases may have died for your freedom. There is currently
no draft in this country. They didn't have to go.
They are able to refuse to go and end up with either a ''general'' discharge,
an ''other than honorable'' discharge or, worst case scenario, a
''dishonorable'' discharge after a few days in the brig.
So why then the flat-out discontentment in the minds of 69 percent of
Americans? Say what you want but I blame it on the media. If it bleeds it leads
and they specialize in bad news. Everybody will watch a car crash with blood
and guts. How many will watch kids selling lemonade at the corner? The media
knows this and media outlets are for-profit corporations. They offer what sells,
and when criticized, try to defend their actions by "justifying" them in one way
or another. Just ask why they tried to allow a murderer like O.J. Simpson to
write a book about how he didn't kill his wife, but if he did he would have done
it this way......Insane!
Stop buying the negativism you are fed everyday by the media. Shut off the TV,
burn Newsweek, and use the New York Times for the bottom of your bird cage.
Then start being grateful for all we have as a country. There is exponentially
more good than bad.
We are among the most blessed people on Earth and should thank God several
times a day, or at least be thankful and appreciative."
"With hurricanes, tornados, fires out of control, mud slides, flooding, severe
thunderstorms tearing up the country from one end to another, and with the
threat of bird flu and terrorist attacks, "Are we sure this is a good time to
take God out of the Pledge of Allegiance?
Jay Leno
There are so many people that need to read this and grasp the truth of it all
WAKE UP AMERICANS.... STOP PULLING DOWN OUR LEADERS .WE ARE SUPPOSE TO GET
BEHIND THEM AND HELP THEM, NOT CUT THEM DOWN ....
WHAT WOULD YOU DO IF PEOPLE
WERE ALWAYS RUNNING YOU DOWN ? THINK ABOUT THAT !!!!! SINCE YOU THINK
THINGS ARE "" SO BAD "" FOR YOU HERE IN THE USA.. I THINK YOU NEED TO ASK
YOUR SELF WHERE WOULD YOU GO TO LIVE THAT'S BETTER .
T- H - I -N -K AND LOOK AROUND YOU OR LEAVE.

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IF YOU ARE NOT WILLING TO STAND BEHIND OUR TROOPS, PLEASE, PLEASE, FEEL FREE...

TO STAND IN FRONT OF THEM !!!
I got this from a friend today, and being a Vietnam Vet myself, I agree, this is great!
I also got some pictures from my son Matt, in Virginia. I thought they were worth posting for others to check them out. Matt says "The one with the helicopter is Marine One... It landed on the White House lawn and the president got out. Incidentally, that is the third time I've seen Marine One with President Bush in it. Once in New Orleans after Hurricane Katrina, once in Blacksburg after the Virginia Tech shootings, and this one".

Hey Dad,


I went to DC today. Here are some pictures from the Vietnam War Memorial. I remember you said you wanted to go there sometime.

Love,

Matt

All the fullness of God

September 15 For it pleased the Father that in him should all fulness dwell. Colossians 1:19 All fullness is in Jesus. Therefore, the closer I am to Jesus, the fuller I will be as a man. Conversely, the further I pull away from Jesus, the emptier I’ll feel inside. All of creation centers around Jesus, is held together by Jesus, points to Jesus, and finds its fulfillment in Jesus. It’s all about Jesus. Some people compartmentalize their Christianity like a Swanson’s TV Dinner. They’ve got their recreation section, their relationship section, their financial section, their hobby section, and their Christian section. So on Sunday they concentrate on church; Monday through Friday on money; evenings on relationships, and Saturday on sports and hobbies. But ultimately, they find it frustrating and ineffective because God intended our lives not to be TV dinners, but chicken pot pies — all stirred together so that when we’re skiing, we’re praising God for the beauty around us; when we’re at work, we’re praying, ‘Lord, help me use this as a point of ministry’; when we’re with family, we’re seeking not a break from service, but an opportunity for service. It’s all mixed together. If you continue to ‘TV-Dinner’ it, you’re going to be depressed and discouraged. But it won’t be because God is punishing you. It will simply be the result of your failure to understand that Jesus holds all things together, that in Him all fullness dwells. If you like this post, you can open a daily devotion from the searchlight link at the bottom of the blog page.

Another day in paradise!

Hi guys! Hey Bob, I heard you guys are going to Hawaii! We hope you two and Issy & Shayla have a good time over there!
We will see you when you stop over in California. We will look forward to seeing you! Get a tan for us, ha ha.
Bill & Pat

Our flag was still there!

Let us always remember with thanks to God for the freedom we enjoy because of the sacrifice of others!

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Heatwave in Bellflower

Well, here I am at Starbucks again! I was here yesterday by choice. Today, I'm here because the power on our street went out and it is about 100 degrees here and my laptop battery went low (both of them!) We have had our share of problems these last few days, which reminds me, they are almost over. I've had 4 days off and don't know where the time went! Once again, I'm reminded of yesterday's thought on complaining. At least I have a truck with gas to drive to some air conditioned coffee house to beat the heat. Patty has to work today, so you see, it is all relative!
see ya,
BC

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So, did I ever mention my trip to New Orleans for relief work with guys from my church,Calvary Chapel of Downey? Well, this is our friend "Afflack"! He showed up at our pond and came into our outdoor kitchen for breakfast every morning! I even saw him inside the church kitchen also, there at the church that allowed us all to camp and park the motor homes and equipment there in their parking lot. We adopted this little guy as our mascot! It was a real blessing that we had an opportunity to help these people in their time of need! We worked in another church building across town that turned their main sanctuary into a huge warehouse where they gathered donations of food, clothing, medicine and other items to hand out and distribute into some of the affected neighborhoods. We also went into Biloxy and New Orleans to pass out food and supplies, to help gut houses and to talk with and pray with the people. We also met the pastor of Calvary Chapel of New Orleans and his wife and many members of their church.The church and their home are close to the French Quarter and both were pretty much devastated by Katrina. We also cut up quite a few trees while we were there. the people were so gracious and greatful! We also bonded with the little church where we stayed. On another interesting note, one of my sons, Matt, was there at the same time I was, except he was at one end of New Orleans on the missionary ship from Friendships, offering relief at the same time as we were at the other end doing the same! We never had a chance to see each other at the time, but we kept in touch by phone. He and all on the ship were destined to ride out Rita on the ship while in port at Port Charles, or Lake Charles. During that storm, the ship came unmoored and drifted across the river to the other side! Must have been quite an experience! Patty and I got to meet another Calvary Chapel minister on our trip recently at Calvary Chapel of Silver City, New Mexico! I'ts a neat church, one that we hope to call our home when we retire.
That's it for now,
Love in Christ,
cdcwilly

Daddy's poem

 I got this in an e-mail, this is good!
      Daddy's Poem

      Her hair was up in a pony tail,
      her favorite dress tied with a bow.
      Today was Daddy's Day at school,
      and she couldn't wait to go.

      But her mommy tried to tell her,
      that she probably should stay home.
      Why the kids might not understand,
      if she went to school alone.

      But she was not afraid;
      she knew just what to say.
      What to tell her classmates
      of why he wasn't there today.

      But still her mother worried,
      for her to face this day alone.
      And that was why once again,
      she tried to keep her daughter home.

      But the little girl went to school
      eager to tell them all. About a dad she never sees
      a dad who never calls.

      There were daddies along the wall in back,
      for everyone to meet.
      Children squirming impatiently,
      anxious in their seats
      One by one the teacher called
      a student from the class.
      To introduce their daddy,
      as seconds slowly passed.

      At last the teacher called her name,
      every child turned to stare.
      Each of them was searching,
      a man who wasn't there.

      "Where's her daddy at?"
      She heard a boy call out.
      "She probably doesn't have one,"
      another student dared to shout.

      And from somewhere near the back,
      she heard a daddy say,
      "Looks like another deadbeat dad,
      too busy to waste his day."

      The words did not offend her,
      as she smiled up at her Mom.
      And looked back at her teacher, who told her to go on.
      And with hands behind her back slowly she began to speak.
      And out from the mouth of a child,
      came words incredibly unique.

      "My Daddy couldn't be here,
      because he lives so far away.
      But I know he wishes he could be,
      since this is such a special day.

      And though you cannot meet him,
      I wanted you to know.
      All about my daddy,
      and how much he loves me so.

      He loved to tell me stories
      he taught me to ride my bike.
      He surprised me with pink roses,
      and taught me to fly a kite.
      We used to share fudge sundaes,
      and ice cream in a cone.
      And though you cannot see him.
      I'm not standing here alone.

      "Cause my daddy's always with me,     
      even though we are apart
      I know because he told me,
      he'll forever be in my heart"
      With that, her little hand reached up,
      and lay across her chest.
      Feeling her own heartbeat,
      beneath her favorite dress.
      And from somewhere there in the crowd of dads,
      her mother stood in tears.
      Proudly watching her daughter,
      who was wise beyond her years.
      For she stood up for the love
      of a man not in her life.
      Doing what was best for her,
      doing what was right.

      And when she dropped her hand back down,
      staring straight into the crowd.
      She finished with a voice so soft,
      but its message clear and loud.
      "I love my daddy very much,he's my shining star.
      And if he could, he'd be here,
      but heaven's just too far.

      You see he is a Marine
      and died just this past year
      When a roadside bomb hit his convoy
      and taught Americans to fear.
      But sometimes when I close my eyes,
      it's like he never went away."
      And then she closed her eyes,
      and saw him there that day.

      And to her mother's amazement,
      she witnessed with surprise.
      A room full of daddies and children,
      all starting to close their eyes.

      Who knows what they saw before them,
      who knows what they felt inside.
      Perhaps for merely a second,
      they saw him at her side.

      "I know you're with me Daddy,"
      to the silence she called out.
      And what happened next made believers,
      of those once filled with doubt.

      Not one in that room could explain it,
      for each of their eyes had been closed.
      But there on the desk beside her,
      was a fragrant long-stemmed pink rose.

      And a child was blessed, if only for a moment,
      by the love of her shining star.
      And given the gift of believing,
      that heaven is never too far.
      They say it takes a minute to find a special
      person, an hour to appreciate them,
      a day to love them, but then an entire
      life to forget them.

      Send this to the people you'll never forget and
      remember to send it also to the person that sent
      it to you. It's a short message to let them know
      that you'll never forget them.

      If you don't send it to anyone, it means you're
      in a hurry and that you've forgotten your
      friends.
      Take the time...to live and love.
      Until eternity.
      God bless There must be many children in the same boat as this little girl, thanks
      to our servicemen and their families for the sacrifice they are making to keep
      our country Free.                                                               

checking in

Hello again!
I've been away from the site for awhile. After a week back at work, I've been spending a couple days trying to restore my lap top after some unknown glitch in my media player 11 Quit recognizing my 4300 some odd music files! Nothing was easy and I had more than a few professionals and students miffed! But thanx to my son Sean, friend Larwrence, my wonderful wife and myself, with some brain storming and mundane hands on work, I think it's just about whipped!
Sean said something that to me has two applications. He mentioned the fact that we can use the computer to our heart's content and everything is fine, thank-you! However, at the least little roadblock or problem, we are so quick to complain and air our frustrations! So true! This reminded me of another area where we do the same thing. As a person, I tend to do the same thing in life! Everything is fine as long as no problems come my way, but if they do, man, do I howl!! And, even worse, as a Christian, everything is cool as long as I can cruise on auto pilot! But just let one or two little circumstances cause me a little discomfort or frustration, and it's "why me, God, what did I do?!". It's so easy to say I'm a christian when everything is going my way, but where am I when the rubber meets the road? Hopefully, I am on the road of humility and gratefulness to a God who loves me in spite of my shortcomings and is leading the way to overcome the difficulties in this life. I do believe that we, in this country, have so much to be grateful for, and I would encourage us all to count our many blessings!
Steady on in the name of Christ,
Bill