Chronic Hope


Why "chronic hope" ? The Free Merriam-Webster dictionary defines chronic as " marked by long duration or frequent recurrence". I named this blog Chronic Hope as it is my intention that this will be a place where hope, encouragement, compassion and understanding will be the heart of this site.

This is a place for people in all parts of the journey of life.

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~Andrea

Friday, March 18, 2011

Mark Bezos: A life lesson from a volunteer firefighter | Video on TED.com

But whoever catches a glimpse of the revealed counsel of God—the free life!—even out of the corner of his eye, and sticks with it, is no distracted scatterbrain but a man or woman of action. That person will find delight and affirmation in the action.” James 1:25   The Message

This morning I am having difficulty with getting my hands to move as I want them to...and so typing is a real challenge.  I'm going to borrow a fabulous video post from a good friend, Padre Dave, from the PTSD and Ministry blog. (If you haven't checked out this blog, the link is at the bottom of the Chronic Hope page or click on http://www.ptsdministry.blogspot.com/)

Hope you enjoy the wisdom and words of Mark Bezos. Please click on the sentence about Mark Bezos that follows.

Mark Bezos: A life lesson from a volunteer firefighter Video on TED.com


Do what you are able to do…today. You have what you need to make a difference for someone else today. Share a kind and encouraging word with a phone call or note. Say thank you to someone you’ve been meaning to thank. Make a donation to help someone in crisis around the world, or in your neighborhood. Volunteer at a school to read a story to some pre-schoolers. Support something you believe in.
Who you are and what you do makes a difference… even if that means simply sharing the fire-fighter’s story with someone else and encouraging them.  Don’t wait.

Dear Lord, no matter what limits or challenges we face today, help us to put our faith in action, even in small ways.  We know you are able to utillize small actions to make a great difference for others.  Please accept what we do TODAY, and bless it for the good of others. Amen.

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