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(Mailing list information, including unsubscription instructions, is located at the end of this message.) __ Merry Christmas! So, you're probably wondering why would Brother Paul say there is anythnig wrong with Christmas? Isn't it a time of learning the lesson of giving rather than receiving? Yes, it is. And that's good. But, it's not the fact that Christmas was set up during the time of the Saturnalia, which was a time of unrestrained revelry gorging, and sinning, that concerns me. It is not the fact that the date is wrong, because Christ was probably born sometime between March and April. It's not the fact that a Dutch legend gets as much face time as Christ. I can live with all those errors. I can even live with the radio stations that seem to think that Christmas music should be the only thing played during the month of December. But, what really irks me is this. Everybody has the gift giving all wrong. Christ got 4 gifts in his entire life. And, all four of them were to show him honor. Now, I think it's great that you can get some great savings before and after Christmas. I'm all for frugality. But, the idea that Christmas is all about who got the super-duper game playing system, or the biggest computer, or the most expensive toy is NOT what Christmas is about. It is a time to celebrate the coming of a savior. True, the Israelites thought he was the one who was going to be a military leader to take out the Romans. But, instead he brought love, forgiveness, and inner peace. Those of you who are my Jewish friends may disagree. And, that's fine. The 1st amendment allows for that. But, if we are going to celebrate this holiday, then let's do this. Let's enjoy the time with out families. Let's forgive our enemies. (Hate just starts destroying your insides anyhow, and makes you more miserable.) Let's start living in a manner similar to Christ. (No, I don't want you to go out and drown yourself by trying to walk on water.) But, let's follow his example. Let's start helping other people. He fed the hungry when he turned five fishes and two loaves of bread into a meal for hundreds. He healed others. (You can do the same by praying for those who are ill.) He taught others. (What can you teach somebody that will help another?) He asked for forgiveness of the very people that were putting him to death. Get the point. If we're going to honor the savior for his birth, then let's honor him in all that we do. 'Nuff said? I hope so. Make it a great Christmas day, everyday! Brother Paul _________________________________ I had said that I was going to tear down the $5 price off the greatest package ever on Christmas day. Then, I changed my mind. That's not fair to those who are traveling and have no internet access. So, if you are reading this after you have spent some wonderful time with your loved ones, then go ahead and check it out. http://www.foundsecrets.com/bestpkgever.html But, I will be tearing it down sometime this week. And, most likely, without, notice! And, as those of you who have taken advantage of this offer have discovered. After you buy it, I send you a copy of the only legal software, that is not currently in contention, ti add legal disclaimers to your website. (And, that alone would be worth the $5!) I'm going to call it a day computer-wise and go spend some time with my wife. My stepson, his wife, and my grand-daughter are coming down today, so we can enjoy some of Miz Kathy's wonderful cooking. (Oh, and if you are doing some cooking today, don't forget to check out our tribute to Cajun Clark and pick up some good cookie and candy ideas: http://www.foundsecrets.com/LivingLarge/cajun/1inch/index.html because there's some awful tasy recipes in there!) Make it a great day, everyday! Brother Paul P.S. Those of you who have just joined us can look in the blog, and you will notice a couple of links to no-cost stuff that is only available to our subscribers. It's on the post that's dated: 12/22/06 at 11:59 p.m. -- The following information is a reminder of your current mailing list subscription: You are subscribed to the following list: Email Only using the following email: 30034@zinester.com You may automatically unsubscribe from this list at any time by visiting the following URL: <http://www.foundsecrets.com/cgi-bin/dada1/pr1mrm.cgi/u/EMONLY/>; If the above URL is inoperable, make sure that you have copied the entire address. Some mail readers will wrap a long URL and thus break this automatic unsubscribe mechanism. You may also change your subscription by visiting this list's main screen: <http://www.foundsecrets.com/cgi-bin/dada1/pr1mrm.cgi/list/EMONLY>; If you're still having trouble, please contact the list owner at: <mailto:foundsecrets@foundsecrets.com> The following physical address is associated with this mailing list: P O Box 1078 Stanley, ND 58784 |
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