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Bit you built like the Gettysburg Address

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Dahan

As we await the courts coronation of the already sorry state of affairs, I refer my comrades to read the Gettysburg Address by Abraham Lincoln n have some very reasonable resolve to change the course of our destiny. This is the way to go brothers n sisters of indomitable courage.

Cox

Q290 Abraham Lincoln wrote in the Gettysburg Address that, after the Civil War, “this nation, Under God, shall have a ____________.” (choose one): Bright future. Peaceful existence. New birth of freedom. Impact on history.

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Ross

The current Tax Code in the United States is over 7 million words long. By comparison, the Gettysburg Address is 269 words, the Declaration of Independence is 1,337 words, and the Holy Bible is a mere 773,000 words.

Sanders

In social studies this week we learned about the leaders of the Civil War and the battle of Gettysburg. If the students can memorize and say the first half of the Gettysburg address to me before May 1st I will give them 100 bonus points. I gave them a copy of the Gettysburg address yesterday and had them mark the passage to be memorized.

Fujita

When was the last time u pooped — the gettysburg address http://t.co/I0xupWSBP7

Sharma

A modern Gettysburg Address http://t.co/blDCxCYPO7 via @stephenwoodfin

Gutiérrez

Muss wech vom Stapel. Nacht (watching Homeland, A Gettysburg Address S02E06) http://t.co/LFcHoT7wTt #Homeland

Wilson

Cooked a ton -- matza lasagna, salmon patties, ravioli with vegetables, twice baked potato casserole and frozen peanut butter pie -- I am not cooking for the next four days! DONE! Well I might have to make another frozen peanut butter pie or --- two.

Flores

Bill out!

Thompson

What address will you remember forever? — Gettysburg Address http://t.co/QQhBMX5wqT

Butler

Wow, my instructor in my electives class is reading straight from the notes page on a power point! No synthesis or interpretation, or discussion just reading to us for the next two hours. Adult education learning model, no wonder we don't get a masters in CGSC.

Evans

I am officially a terrible American. I fell asleep about five different times this evening while trying to make it through "Lincoln." Just threw in the towel at the 90-minute mark. I care deeply about the 13th Amendment and I think Abe was brilliant. But, snoozefest. Should have opted for last night's Parks and Rec.

Yamada

Acabo de poner un «Like» en "Gettysburg Address" en Vimeo: http://t.co/ZRJMIdUxvd

Cooper

Visiting Abe Lincoln while with my brother and teaching him the Gettysburg address! http://t.co/hOYMbucqU6

Yamasaki

Encouragement 101

Part 1

Mary Southerland

Today’s Truth

“My purpose is that they may be encouraged in heart and united in love, so that they may have the full riches of complete understanding, in order that they may know the mystery of God, namely, Christ”(Colossians 2:2, NIV).

Friend to Friend

Every day we cross paths with hurting people. A word of encouragement, an act of kindness, a caring smile may be enough to keep them on their feet. We want to be encouragers but may not know where to start. Over the next two days, we will explore seven ways you and I can practice encouragement and build each other up in everyday life.

Listen to Those Who Are Hurting

“You hear, O Lord, the desire of the afflicted; you encourage them, and you listen to their cry” (Psalm 10:17). Sometimes the best encouragement is simply a listening heart. Listening doesn’t require that we fix anything or even that we arrive at a solution. Listening sends the message “I’m here for you. Just for you. I want to understand and share your pain.” We often miss opportunities to give encouragement because we are broadcasting when we should be listening.

I once had an elderly neighbor who loved to talk…a lot. I knew when I ran into her it meant my routine would be interrupted. One day I was out walking when I turned the corner and there she was. I knew I could breeze by her with some lame excuse, but in a rare moment of wisdom, I chose to stop and listen.

I am so glad I did. Her 42-year-old son had just died, and she desperately needed my encouragement.

When we listen to people, we validate their feelings. We invite them into our lives by giving them the most precious gift we have—time. Listening is encouragement.

Comfort with Your Words

“But my mouth would encourage you; comfort from my lips would bring you relief” (Job 16:5). The spoken word is powerful, and spoken words of encouragement can bring great comfort. The idea is not to speak many words, but the right words. Consider this:

· The Lord’s Prayer contains 71 words.

· The Gettysburg Address contains 272 words.

· The Ten Commandments contains 139 words.

· The Declaration of Independence contains 1323 words.

· A U.S. government order setting the price of cabbage contains 26,911 words.

When it comes to words with impact, being long-winded is not a value. But speaking the right words can be life changing.

Written notes of encouragement often carry even greater impact because they can be kept and read again and again. In the midst of my struggle with depression, I would often slip into a worship service at our church through a side door to escape being noticed. I came in late to worship one day and sat off to the side in order to avoid questioning eyes and concerned stares. My timing was bad because I had managed to get there just in time to welcome the visitors. I simply had no energy or desire to shake hands or smile at anyone, so I sat in my chair hoping everyone would understand and leave me alone. Then I saw him coming. One of our deacons had spotted me and was walking across the auditorium with a big smile on his face. I wanted to run. He put his arm around my shoulder and gently hugged me. He never said a word, but pressed a piece of paper into my hand and left as quickly as he had come. Through tears I read the precious note that said, “I love you and am praying for you. If you or Dan ever need me for anything, I am here.” Healing comfort flooded my wounded heart and I found I had the strength to stay.

It’s not how long we talk or how many eloquent words we use that matters. It is what we say that is so important. The words we speak are like seeds. What we plant will grow. We can speak words of encouragement that God will take and use to bring hope and give comfort. Comforting with your words is encouragement.

Wood

yeah so about that whole memorizing the Gettysburg Address #nothappening

González

History wrote:

HISTORY IN THE HEADLINES: Take a look at eight surprising facts about the Gettysburg Address, which you can see recited in Steven Spielberg’s film “Lincoln,” now available on Blu-ray & HD Digital. http://histv.co/16YGQOz

Hé

"I have a son that is abusing alcohol, pot and perhaps other substances." http://t.co/xFI5F2dqhD

Cukkemane

266 word in the Gettysburg Address, 173 in the 10 Commandments, so somebody tell me why it takes over 6000 to explain how to use the remote.

Hall

When it comes to words with impact, being long-winded is not a value. But speaking the right words can be life changing.

The Lord's Prayer contains 71 words.
The Gettysburg Address contains 272 words.
The Ten Commandments contains 139 words.
The Declaration of Independence contains 1323 words.
A U.S. government order setting the price of cabbage contains 26,911 words.

Gabai

Omg I remember the Gettysburg Address from that one episode of Hannah Montana where she lost her voice

Howard

Tuesday Trivia!
Who was the keynote speaker on November 19, 1863, at the consecration of a military cemetery in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania (otherwise known as the Gettysburg Address)?

Brown

The Gettysburg Address As Read By Johnny Cash: http://t.co/CSHoLRvyJc via @youtube

Cook

@shannonclark7 It was 5th grade that I was exposed to HW Longfellow, the Gettysburg Address.

Gray

That this nation, under God, shall have a new birth of freedom -- and that government of the people, by the people, for the people, shall not perish from the earth Abraham Lincoln Gettysburg Address