You're men ain't ya?

Saw portions of the movie Open Range again Today. I love the fact that the two main characters (Played by Kevin Costner and Robert Duvall) understand that sometimes a man has to just step up and do what's "right", no matter what the consequences.

I hope and pray I'm listening to God enough and courageous enough to do the same.

Sound clips from the movie, these two occur right after each other:

http://www.moviesoundclips.net/movies1/openrange/men.wav

http://www.moviesoundclips.net/movies1/openrange/worse.wav

Job Description

Men wanted for the difficult task of helping build God's church. You will often be misunderstood even by those closest to you. You will face constant attacks from an invisible enemy. You might not see the results of your labor, and your full reward will not come until after your work is completed. It might cost you your home. It might cost you your ambitions. It might cost you your life.


Requirements

• Must rely on God to be their holiness (righteousness)
• Needs to be humble and contrite of heart
• Must need, desire and accept the salvation grace that comes through the redemptive death of the Lord Jesus Christ.
• Experience earnestly praying and repenting from their mischievous and selfish ways.
• Loves the Lord God with all their heart, with all their soul, with all their strength and with all their mind.
• Loves their neighbor as themselves.
• A person of noble motives, who earnestly desires the Lord above all things.
• Flees the evil desires of youth, and pursues righteousness, faith, love and peace.

Other Characteristics

• Many years of experience attempting to run their own life, assumed.
• A sinner saved by grace through faith in Christ.
• Imperfect and broken but looks forward to Jesus' return with much hope.

Benefits

• Walking, talking and working alongside the best boss ever.
• Meaning, Joy, and Peace
• Eternal Life

All applicants are strongly encouraged to apply. Positions outnumber applicants by a wide margin.


Even if you don't meet these requirements - there is grace. "But God demonstrates his own love for us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died for us." Romans 5:8


Description Courtesy of
Michael Youssef, PH.D
Leading the Way Ministries
http://tinyurl.com/m7pp5d


Requirements and other characteristics, humbly compiled by WMM. We would gladly accept your feedback on this description but we would prefer to have your help with the job. Please comment or e-mail TerenceFinn@yahoo.com

Amazing Grace

Hopelessness + Jesus = Life, Hope, Joy, Meaning, and so much more!




Video Courtesy of The Salvation Army

Men's Ministry Golf Outing

Tentative Date: July 17th

So you think you can't golf...well you haven't seen anything yet.

Come have fun with a great group of guys. All are welcome!

Let us know if you are interested by commenting below or e-mail TerenceFinn@yahoo.com. Thanks!

(image courtesy of: www.homegameroom.com)

Pictures from Last Week's Hike

A number of us went for a walk on the Croton Aquaduct Trail last weekend. Here are a few pictures.

Please note the sun/shade mix was on purpose, you can't look at this group directly and live! :)

Seriously it was a great time and we were glad that George didn't beat any of us with his large stick. Thankfully we all stayed in line.

Hope to see you soon!

Come Hiking With Us

We're going to take a hike next Saturday, the 13th. Why not join us! We're going to meet at our house at 19 Saddle Ridge Road in Ossining at 7:30am and head out shortly afterwards to a local trail.

We would love to have you join us. Please stop by and bring a friend. Hope to see you Saturday!

    Last month, a number of us saw the movie Fireproof. (http://thelovedarebook.com/fireproof-movie.html)  Some of us picked up the book and committed to taking the dare.  Frankly, I've found it hard to find time even though it take only a few minutes.  I'm not sure why, but in speaking to a few other people I've found that I'm not alone.

    When I have taken the challenge and responded to the leadings in the book, Carolyn has noticed and has appreciated my efforts.  Therefore I'm going to try harder because I feel that much like praying, the devil maybe trying to keep me from something that will strengthen my marriage and my faith.  

    I encourage you too, to pick up the book if you haven't.  I'm sure we would all admit that no matter how long we've been married, our marriage is not perfect.  The question is, are you comfortable with that?   Or are you willing to push yourself to be a better husband?

    We are looking for a few people to share their experiences, either anonymously or preferrable not.  Please e-mail me at TerenceFinn@yahoo.com.  Hope you have a great Memorial Day weekend!