Jack’s Winning Words 6/15/21

“Why do we have to wait for special moments to say nice things or tell people we care about them?”  (Randy Milholland)  Randy’s life seemed to be going nowhere until a friend said, “Randy, do something positive with your life.”  Randy’s now a famous WebComic…and, ironically, his first success was a “dark humor comic” called, Something Positive.  People can come into our lives and make a difference.  You can make a difference today by letting someone know that you care about them.  ;-)  Jack 

FROM THE PD CHAPLAIN:  Hey Jack...you need to check out Casting Crowns new song "Scars in Heaven" which you can find on YouTube as a music video. It's a powerful message of comfort to those who have lost loved ones during Covid or at anytime really. Watching it prompted us to call several folks just to check in and do what you suggested in today's message.===JACK:  I'm curious to know where the name, Casting Crowns comes from.  Google is a helpful crutch.

FROM EDUCATPR PAUL:  Very important words and actions today. I have come to the realization that perhaps the things we say and do in impromptu unplanned but honestly have far more impact.  A teacher’s intuition that a student is having a rough day smiles and gives a word of encouragement to that student may have more effect in that kid’s future than any sticker or reward that student will ever receive. People of influence have very little concept of their impact… fair or not fair is not relevant.  Parents know… the kids are always watching and they take everything in! There is no “ We must hide it from the kids.”  Awesome responsibilities!===JACK:  I can tell that you entered the right profession...to be a teacher and a guide for teachers.

FROM ME IN NEWPORT BEACH:  We don’t need to wait.  There is real pleasure in making positive comments.===JACK:  Did you do that today?  It's not too late.  You're on PDT.

FROM BLAZING OAKS:  I've lost two long-time friends this week,  which brings that thought home! I'm officiating at one's funeral who was in my S.S. class for many years (97 yrs old), which is a first for me, but my son JOhn is going to assist me; he has done several funerals for friends....! Yes, don''t wait until someone is gone to sing their praises! A sincere compliment is long- remembered!!===JACK:  I KNOW that you will do just fine, because it's from the heart.  Just be yourself.  Some of the best funeral messages were spoken when I officiated at the funeral of a friend.  Remember, too, that God stands beside you.