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  1. My sister called today to let me know they were almost to Seattle, bringing Hannah (who is doing very well in her recovery, Pam said) to her boy. Doc apparently said everything was great and if it continues to be they will probably be able to bring him home tomorrow. I'm hoping it's in the afternoon so we are home from church and that they stop by (niece just lives 5 minutes past us).
  2. Otto is doing very well. He began to rally when they put in an IV in the helicopter. The theory is that the drugs they were giving my niece caused his issues. He will stay in the hospital for 48 hours, and as long as there are no other issues he'll come home. THANK YOU for your prayer. Please continue praying for salvation for those concerned.
  3. My niece had her beautiful baby boy yesterday, after a very hard labor and having to be induced. Leaving out the gory details, it took them 4 minutes to get him breathing on his own. This morning they were very concerned about his low oxygen. This hospital does not have a NICU, so they have airlifted him to University of Washington Hospital in Seattle. PLEASE pray for my grand nephew. And please pray that each person involved will allow God to do the work in their lives that He wants to (salvation for several of them). Thank you from the bottom of my weeping heart.
  4. My former brother-in-law lives in Vancouver. I'd like to actually visit the city some time. We are leaving a little later today than we originally planned because otherwise we'd get to the hotel too early to check in. Hubs was happy for a little more rest. lol
  5. So this is the third year in a row that we've been able to take a trip for our anniversary. First year we took an extended trip around the Olympic Peninsula (an 8 hour drive stretched over 4 days). Last year we were able to go to CA to see the Redwoods. The drive down the Pacific Coast Highway was beautiful. This year, we are going to north central WA, to Okanogan County. There is a church there that is hosting a fellowship meeting for the independent Baptist churches of WA. We thought we'd go and then head to one of the ghost towns in that area. Then back this way to spend the night in a town we stayed in on our move out here. Then on to church at a friend's church and home. Gonna be kind of busy, but we're looking forward to it. However, there is a fire burning in that area. So I don't know what's going to happen once we get there.
  6. One final update from Linda: "I would like to do one last update. He was buried yesterday. I really don't know what to say other than that. A chapter in my life has ended as his is now gone. I will miss him for a very long time. I wanted to give an update on the official cause of death: Acute ischemic stroke. I will again say my condolences to those who loved and cared about him. I am having a gravestone made for him. It is white, about the size of legal paper. It will take months for them to make it, but they will place it on his grave once it is finished. Nicole, Jim jr, and I have decided to have this wording on it: In memory of James David Foley Sr. Born December 6, 1942 -Died July 29, 2023 at 80 years of age Beloved by all who Knew him I also want to thank all those who donated money so he could have his wish of being buried next to his late wife Marcia Foley. Thank You Linda"
  7. This is Jim's last message. I hope the link works. https://www.icloud.com/attachment/?u=https%3A%2F%2Fcvws.icloud-content.com%2FB%2FAU492R-8ggY89OwjAl6WQhpLjqJ3AQDj7GcroY_AUUOJ32Z7bS-uz-uy%2F%24{f}%3Fo%3DArvymo15zY1De6qV6RNen6uPP5FNOLYthx5NX9cD8fmS%26v%3D1%26x%3D3%26a%3DCAogcqPHBH_qrcXCWKj3N713c4K_sVKWnfwFE5QMvuPFZ7ASdhDdmeXFnDEY3angmaYxIgEAKgkC6AMA_zIPCi9SBEuOondaBK7P67JqJZq2qcZSGqpupiSUvv-QLcjnQ1fxHJrKf8EQt5B4AGCdXq5u3s1yJdiBShKQrcpsi51YmxvoJOYVlyjwGCaXnwfNQE7yS1LZkKYp9BE%26e%3D1693881734%26fl%3D%26r%3DE9741097-9B9C-46CD-91E1-55891EBDA36A-1%26k%3D%24{uk}%26ckc%3Dcom.apple.largeattachment%26ckz%3DEE5FCDDA-FF4A-4903-BD0D-96E559C69611%26p%3D26%26s%3D6kuhqjJS3yxcSLdzRlWzKrXuNis&uk=0gFayhPUkUfJHq5vmFl2PA&f=Video.mov&sz=322098087
  8. Yeah, I'm in the "it's a real bear" camp. Sun bears are a bit different from other bears, mimicking each other's facial expressions, etc. (probably obvious to folks, but the golden circle on the chest is where the name comes from) Look at its claws. While not as big as a grizzly, I wouldn't want to run in to it.
  9. I'm not usually a soup person, but I've been hankering for some. Bean w/bacon is my fave. So I picked some up and voila! Dinner. Hubs was glad. He'll eat his plate of raw veggies as well, but he's fond of bean/bacon also.
  10. Quite possibly dinner tonight will be bean with bacon soup and crackers/sandwiches.
  11. Yes, I have run into Christians like that. Again, it's a matter of growth. I agree that it is indeed sad. But I've seen folks grow beyond listening to/reading from false teachers...many times these false teachers are promoted by pastors/spiritual mentors who don't have the discernment to see the false teaching. But the Holy Spirit can teach folks to see things. IF folks want to. But, as Tony said, too often there is a carnality amongst Christians.
  12. The Bible tells us the Christian life is one of growth. As a person spends time in God's Word, they will grow. It's not necessarily that they are blind to things, but rather unlearned...we are instructed to "...grow in grace, and in the knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ."
  13. Oh, too bad! Although it sounds like your days are going to be well-packed! We are actually on the peninsula, so a few hours away from where you'll be. Have a great time!
  14. Same (although my WA is a different location than @DaveW's WA heh) @WellWithMySoul, will you be in the area long? Would love to get together if so.
  15. "It has taken time for Jim's daughter and I to get this put together and organized. Jim will be laid rest on: Date: August 5th 2023 Time: 10:30 am Place: Happy Camp Cemetery, California Address: 123 Buckhorn Rd, Happy Camp CA 96039 There will only be a prayer said at the gravesite. His pastor will pass out flyers to direct those who want to attend Jim's memorial to the church where it will be held. All who want to attend are welcome. Linda"
  16. "It is not for kings, O Lemuel, it is not for kings to drink wine; nor for princes strong drink: lest they drink, and forget the law, and pervert the judgment of any of the afflicted..." Funny that God doesn't say that it's not for kings and princes to BE DRUNK...but that it is not for them to drink. Yes, we know that some folks can take a drink and it doesn't affect their minds. So they think. But then we get to the "how much is too much?" When you're sloppy drunk and falling down, slurring your words? Or maybe it's subjective, situational (cuz we all know God deals in situational ethics, right? No...)? Y'know, like the man who could drink ONE beer and turn violent...yet display no symptoms at all of being drunk. Rev. 1:6 and 5:10 tell us that God has made us kings and priests...It is NOT FOR KINGS to drink wine...as the children of God, we are princes/princesses...is not NOT FOR PRINCES STRONG DRINK. It is not wise...and that is enough for me.
  17. LOL...roller skating and playing old maid don't compare in the slightest to alcohol. I get the principle you're mentioning, but there is no comparison between something God does not mention that men have made tradition and something God does mention that men try to make ok. I know what God said...and far too many well-meaning people think they've not been deceived by wine or strong drink just because they don't get drunk. But they have. Because they think it's ok in moderation cuz they're strong enough to resist it. And not all drunks smoke at all...I've known people who smoke that smoked multiple packs a day while sober and nothing while drunk...so that's a strawman. And, yes, when we try to make it ok to drink a little as long as we don't get drunk we ARE trying to justify imbibing. BTW - God doesn't say smoking is a sin, so it's ok. Right? No? Why? Oh...because of the principles taught in God's Word about our temples. Same applies to alcohol, which rots the body.
  18. "I thank you so much for those who donated. We received $370 towards his burial in the fundraiser through PayPal and a few have checks in the mail. I don't know yet how much the total will be. But no matter how much it is, everything helps. Thank you. He will probably be laid to rest in the next few days. Linda"
  19. Jim is now with the Savior Whom he loved so dearly. "Jim passed away at 8:24pm tonight - July 29, 2023. He lived a good long life. He didn't think he would make it much past his mid 70s... but he did. Rest in peace My Love. Linda"
  20. God said it's not wise. That's enough for me to stay completely away. Foolishness to look for reasons to "be allowed" to imbibe.
  21. I have always understood why you post what you do. I have to disagree, though, that there is any Admin (there are only 2 of us) or moderator who would like to see you leave. I know some of your posts rub some folks the wrong way, but you do often deflect it with humor and humility. But you do enjoy stirring the pot at times and there are folks who don't see that as uplifting. I think there are some who would miss sparring with you if you were to leave. lol. And I'm not sure what prayer request you listed that didn't even get a like. I'm sorry about that. I know I try to check prayer requests often but don't always see them.
  22. Linda said Jim was not in the military, but she thanks you.
  23. I passed this on to her just in case she doesn't hop on here again. @BrotherTony, Linda asked me to thank you and your wife.
  24. "I received news Jim will probably pass away within 24 hours. Again I will give my condolences to those who loved and cared for him. My heart is weighed down and extremely sad for my loss as well. I don't know how I am going to get through this, but I know Jehovah God knows and understands my sorrow and will give me peace. But I also know that will take time. I do pray I have the strength to get through this and continue on without him. It will not be easy. Linda"
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