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September 8, 2004 ISSUE |
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Opening Thoughts:
A couple of significant anniversaries are upon us.
All of us are aware that this Saturday makes three years since the September
11, 2001 terrorist attacks in New York City and Washington D.C. It’s
a day all of us remember and mourn. 9-11 was a wakeup call, but it is
also a reminder that we have no idea on any given day when our time on
Earth is done. This is why it is so important to be present to every
day – even every moment.
The second anniversary to mention is just that: our second anniversary. Yes,
Living the Solution has been online two years now. I am so grateful for each
of you on this journey, for your emails, for reading, sharing, wrestling with
ideas, and for choosing to live in the solution!
Peace and joy,
Tom Gilbert
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IN THIS ISSUE
Feature Article: How Many Times Must I Die?
In The Spotlight: On Death and Grief
Daily Thoughts: Paths of Life
Prayer & Sharing Requests
Quotable: Into His Hands
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How Many Times Must I Die?
By Tom Gilbert — September 2004
Here’s something you
don’t want to think about – dying.
Death is the natural outcome of life. Despite all we do to prolong our lives
it is inevitable. Sooner or later all of us will face death. Everyone dies. No
one knows for certain when death will come, but when we encounter it we are changed.
We are all touched by death. The resulting grief is real, traumatic and hard
to process. Just days ago a friend called to tell me his brother died of a drug
overdose. My daughter’s high school has had a few more suicides. Men, women
and children are dying in Iraq and Sudan. Nature is unleashing her fury with
hurricanes that barrel through Florida and have taken lives.
Everything dies. Not everything ends. Death is the doorway to new life. Of course,
the harsh reality of a life ending often obscures this view. When a loved one
passes we are shaken to our core. Our preoccupations with our agendas suddenly
seem small. We are stopped in our tracks. We face the Great Reality.
All of life is a journey towards death…and letting go.
Read the entire article here
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| IN THE SPOTLIGHT |
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On Death
and Grief
 Dealing
with losses, especially the life of a loved one, is one of our greatest
challenges in life. The grieving process is necessary, but we all need
help dealing with the pain, emotions and despair.
Here are
a number of helpful resources available from our special
section of the Living the Solution online store.
The Passion of the Christ - Now on DVD/Video
Mel Gibson's stunning film is now available on DVD or Video. You can buy it here at
our online store.
You can also rent it from our DVD Store - here
More on the Passion of the Christ
Read our review
A
Really Rugged Cross - article about the movie
and many additional links.
Record
DVD sales - The Passion of the Christ had sold
over 4 million copies on DVD by noon it's first day (8/31)
See more at our Spotlight
Specials page
Many people are discovering the great prices, selection
and ease of shopping at our Living the Solution online store. It’s secure, extensive
and worth a look. Visit our online
store. There's something for everyone.
When you shop with us, you support our ministry – thank you!
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DAILY THOUGHTS & REFLECTIONS |
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Paths of Life
You have made known to me the paths
of life; you will fill me with joy in your presence (Acts 2:28).
When you wake up in the morning, what's
the first thing you think about? Are you excited about your
day, or are you rolling out of bed thinking, Oh boy, here
we go again?
If you dread going through another day, then you need an attitude change. God
wants you to be able to look at life as an adventure, not as a dead-end-street.
Even if it seems like you go through the same routine every day, you can still
wake up to the beauty of life. If you can begin to look at each day as an amazing,
once-in-a-lifetime opportunity, then you will really begin to love life.
Each day is totally unique, filled with chances to love others, chances to hear
amazing things form God, chances to experience life. God wants you to look for
beautiful things about your life. They are there, even though you aren't noticing
them yet. Open your eyes and start to see life as an opportunity rather than
a dull routine.
Live it with Passion
Pete Reinbold
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requests and we will pray for them.
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our writing and reading. If you would like to see articles on a particular topic
or you have comments please let us know.
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Quotable: Into
His Hands
“Father, into thy hands I
commit my spirit!”
— Jesus Christ (Luke 23:46)
Copyright 2004 Living the Solution, all rights reserved.
Tom Gilbert
Editor/Web-servant
Living The Solution
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