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https://www.victoryforveterans.org/post/the-colonel-s-motivational-quotes-of-the-day-412
The Colonel’s Motivational Quotes of the Day!
Good “Monday” Morning Everyone and welcome to the new and first week of March from the “Eagle’s Nest” in Castle Rock, CO! — 2 March 2020
Today is: “Learning Day!” Why Not?
“Be open minded and willing to learn something new each day you experience life — then don’t be stingy and share it with others.” — COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs
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The Quote in the Picture Today Reads: “That is the way to learn the most, that when you are doing something with such enjoyment that you don’t notice that the time passes.” — Albert Einstein
“Leadership and learning are indispensable to each other.” — John F. Kennedy
“That is what learning is. You suddenly understand something you’ve understood all your life, but in a new way.” — Doris Lessing
“Live as if you were to die tomorrow. Learn as if you were to live forever.” — Mahatma Gandhi
“Try to something about everything and everything about something.” — Thomas H. Huxley
“Anyone who stops learning is old, whether at twenty or eighty. Anyone who keeps learning stays young.” — Henry Ford
“Change is the end result of all true learning.” — Leo Buscaglia
“Learning never exhaust the mind.” — Leonardo da Vinci
Reach Out and Join us for Warriors for Life (WFL) Virtual Group Support: https://www.victoryforveterans.org/support
“Remember this and its meaning runs deep for me and all those who served this great nation: 'Respect Always — Warriors for Life!' " — COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs
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The Colonel’s Motivational Quotes of the Day!
Good “Monday” Morning Everyone and welcome to the new and first week of March from the “Eagle’s Nest” in Castle Rock, CO! — 2 March 2020
Today is: “Learning Day!” Why Not?
“Be open minded and willing to learn something new each day you experience life — then don’t be stingy and share it with others.” — COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs
Join our newest facilitator Kirk Poe for Warriors for Life (WFL) Virtual Group Support TONIGHT and learn his story — it will be interesting and delightful! Tonight's Topic: "Who is Kirk Poe?" — Check it out:
https://www.rallypoint.com/status-updates/5619862
Support our Warriors in Need — "Challenge them to Stay Alive!" — Buy a WFL Challenge Coin: https://www.victoryforveterans.org/product-page/wfl-coin
Operation Costa Rica “Life Readiness Training Center” Support our Efforts and share with your connection:
https://charity.gofundme.com/o/en/campaign/life-readiness-training-center
The Quote in the Picture Today Reads: “That is the way to learn the most, that when you are doing something with such enjoyment that you don’t notice that the time passes.” — Albert Einstein
“Leadership and learning are indispensable to each other.” — John F. Kennedy
“That is what learning is. You suddenly understand something you’ve understood all your life, but in a new way.” — Doris Lessing
“Live as if you were to die tomorrow. Learn as if you were to live forever.” — Mahatma Gandhi
“Try to something about everything and everything about something.” — Thomas H. Huxley
“Anyone who stops learning is old, whether at twenty or eighty. Anyone who keeps learning stays young.” — Henry Ford
“Change is the end result of all true learning.” — Leo Buscaglia
“Learning never exhaust the mind.” — Leonardo da Vinci
Reach Out and Join us for Warriors for Life (WFL) Virtual Group Support: https://www.victoryforveterans.org/support
“Remember this and its meaning runs deep for me and all those who served this great nation: 'Respect Always — Warriors for Life!' " — COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs
Check out all the BLOGs at Victory for Veterans: https://victoryforveterans.org/blog/
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Only learn what will be useful, because there is a LOT of stuff that doesn't deserve space in your mind.
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PO1 Robert George
Remember taking Algebra in High School? "Never gonna need this!" Ummm, Yeah, right!
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SGT Steve McFarland
PO1 Robert George I have used algebra and trigonometry, but calculus was as worthless as tits on a bull.
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PO1 Robert George
SGT Steve McFarland - Never got that far! After military retirement went to work for Home Centers designing kitchens and used Algebra and Geometry virtually every day. Always told my trainees to remember .707. Got strange looks. Then they'd have to figure out an Island setup on a 45 degree angle.
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PO1 Robert George
Had a teacher in high school always started his classes out with "Back when men were men and women were glad of it..." Never saw the connection to Algebra but it got a chuckle. Made it interesting, anyways.
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Gotta go with Mr. Henry Ford on this one. You never stop learning, you may forget but you can always learn it again. I learn something new everyday....
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LTC Stephen F.
I expect that you have learned much over your lifetime and that you have shared most of what you have learned to family, friends, and coworkers – especially in the military Geoffrey.
I pray that you and I listen carefully for the LORD’s guidance and that our listening skills are increasing as we learn each day and we impart what we have learned with wisdom to whoever YOU lead us to, my brother-in-Christ SP5 Geoffrey Vannerson.
Thank you, LORD for YOUR Word. The LORD Christ is the WORD of God and by YOUR grace we can refer to the written word in the Bible. Thank YOU, Holy Spirit for dwelling with our soul and guarding us from demonic and foolish attempts to deceive us.
I lift parents, grandparents, teachers and all others involved in formal education and informal education of children. I pray that each educator and parent is focused on helping the children on how to learn and how and where to find answers.
I pray that each adopted son and daughter of YOURS is willing to learn with discernment and that we never attempt to empty our mind by trying to open it without filters of reason, logic, common sense. I pray that we are open to learning from YOU dear God as YOU open the scriptures to us as we read, listen to expositional preaching as YOU remind us of YOUR Word.
I lift ministries which teach inmates and parolees to reenter the world without malice and vengeance. I pray that YOU work through these programs and use the volunteers and counselors to educate each inmate and parolee with good training and assistance in getting hired after completing the program. I pray for salvation for as many as possible of those in prison as well as those being released after serving time. I pray that YOU close all improper doors and guide each to the right door.
I pray that each one of YOUR adopted children and their loved ones sleep well Monday night.
By the power and authority of the Name above all names, Jesus the Christ.
FYI SMSgt Lawrence McCarter SSG William Jones PO1 Robert George SGT Steve McFarland COL Mikel J. Burroughs SGT Wanda Shepherd SPC Michael Oles SR (Join to see) PO3 Charles Streich SP5 Jeannie Carle Cynthia Croft SSgt Marian Mitchell
I pray that you and I listen carefully for the LORD’s guidance and that our listening skills are increasing as we learn each day and we impart what we have learned with wisdom to whoever YOU lead us to, my brother-in-Christ SP5 Geoffrey Vannerson.
Thank you, LORD for YOUR Word. The LORD Christ is the WORD of God and by YOUR grace we can refer to the written word in the Bible. Thank YOU, Holy Spirit for dwelling with our soul and guarding us from demonic and foolish attempts to deceive us.
I lift parents, grandparents, teachers and all others involved in formal education and informal education of children. I pray that each educator and parent is focused on helping the children on how to learn and how and where to find answers.
I pray that each adopted son and daughter of YOURS is willing to learn with discernment and that we never attempt to empty our mind by trying to open it without filters of reason, logic, common sense. I pray that we are open to learning from YOU dear God as YOU open the scriptures to us as we read, listen to expositional preaching as YOU remind us of YOUR Word.
I lift ministries which teach inmates and parolees to reenter the world without malice and vengeance. I pray that YOU work through these programs and use the volunteers and counselors to educate each inmate and parolee with good training and assistance in getting hired after completing the program. I pray for salvation for as many as possible of those in prison as well as those being released after serving time. I pray that YOU close all improper doors and guide each to the right door.
I pray that each one of YOUR adopted children and their loved ones sleep well Monday night.
By the power and authority of the Name above all names, Jesus the Christ.
FYI SMSgt Lawrence McCarter SSG William Jones PO1 Robert George SGT Steve McFarland COL Mikel J. Burroughs SGT Wanda Shepherd SPC Michael Oles SR (Join to see) PO3 Charles Streich SP5 Jeannie Carle Cynthia Croft SSgt Marian Mitchell
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Good morning Col Mikel Burroughs and all the rest of my RP Family. I am surprised at how much that I am still leaning at my age. There really is no age where learning stops. The one area of my interests is found in learning more about God, our creator. That seems to fill my day as I seek responses to the motivational quotes and to my two other Bible Study subjects that I post daily. It never gets old to me. I always try to respond to the motivational quotes from a spiritual take. This takes me to the Bible and the internet in my searches. While there I find so many other amazing things that I knew little of or even knew existed. It is a fascinating time for me. Today, I found something on what the Bible has to say about education, that I would like to share with y’all. Have a blessed day today and always.
Taken from gotquestions.org
What does the Bible say about education?
Question: "What does the Bible say about education?"
Answer: Solomon wrote, “Of making many books there is no end, and much study wearies the body” (Ecclesiastes 12:12). Any student who has pulled an all-nighter, crammed for a test, memorized an equation, or pored over a textbook can verify the truth of that statement. Solomon’s point was that there are more important things than simply amassing knowledge—namely, fearing God and obeying Him (verses 13-14).
That is not to say that education is unimportant. In fact, Jesus Himself learned. One of the only things we know of His childhood is that He “grew in wisdom” as He grew “in stature” (Luke 2:52). That is, the Son of God voluntarily put Himself in a position where He needed to assimilate knowledge as a man. Education was part of the process.
The church has historically promoted education and the improvement of the mind. The Reformer John Calvin was a strong advocate for universal education, believing that every child should be trained in reading, writing, math, and grammar, as well as religion. Martin Luther taught that education was essential, “both to understand the Word of Scripture and the nature of the world in which the Word would take root.” The modern Sunday school movement began in 1780 when Robert Raikes began educating poor children who were otherwise overlooked by society. Most universities, including Harvard, Yale, Princeton, Oxford, and Cambridge, were founded by Christians as religious schools.
In the book of Proverbs, a son is exhorted to heed his father’s instruction, and the application of the knowledge learned is called wisdom. The word education may not appear in the English form in the Bible, but Scripture does say a lot about the process of education, and it begins with the parent and child. The command to parents is to nurture their children in the Lord (Ephesians 6:4), and the Greek word paideia, translated “nurture” in the KJV, carries with it the idea of training, education, instruction and discipline.
Solomon tells us that the basis of all true knowledge is the fear of the Lord (Proverbs 1:7). The word fear here does not carry the idea of terror or dread; rather, it is awe and reverence for the holiness and majesty of God and a reluctance to disappoint or disobey Him. Jesus said that when we know the truth, the truth will make us free (John 8:32). Freedom from fear comes from being educated in Truth.
In Romans, the apostle Paul uses the word know or knowing eleven times. What are we to know? God’s Word. When we acquire spiritual knowledge and apply it to our lives, we serve the Lord in spirit and truth (Romans 6:11-13). Theology has been called “the queen of the sciences” because our knowledge of God informs every other area of erudition.
The Christian is to “study to shew thyself approved unto God” (2 Timothy 2:15, KJV). The NIV renders this verse, “Do your best to present yourself to God as one approved, a workman who does not need to be ashamed and who correctly handles the word of truth.” The Greek word translated “study” means “to give diligence, to exert oneself, or to make haste to apply oneself.” Therefore, in order to educate ourselves, we must apply ourselves to study with diligence the Word of God.
Some people see education as a cure-all for society’s ills. However, education, in and of itself, does nothing to combat ungodliness. In fact, knowledge, apart from the love of God, leads to pride (1 Corinthians 8:1). Nicodemus was “Israel’s teacher,” yet he did not understand even the basics of spiritual life (John 3:10). Paul was a highly educated man, having been trained in the best Jewish school of his day (Acts 22:3), and he used his education to communicate effectively to people of many cultures (Acts 17:28; Titus 1:12). Yet Paul’s education certainly did not make him holy (1 Timothy 1:16), and he warned of those who were “always learning and never able to come to the knowledge of the truth” (2 Timothy 3:7). Simply knowing facts does not make one a better person, and it is indeed possible to be a highly educated fool.
Education begins with the reality of God’s existence and the fact that He has communicated to us through creation, His Word, and His Son. As we learn more of God’s creation, our understanding of God’s wisdom and power deepens. As we study God’s Word, we become more equipped for God’s work (2 Timothy 3:16-17). As we grow in our knowledge of God’s Son (2 Peter 3:18), our love for Him increases and our service for Him intensifies.
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Taken from gotquestions.org
What does the Bible say about education?
Question: "What does the Bible say about education?"
Answer: Solomon wrote, “Of making many books there is no end, and much study wearies the body” (Ecclesiastes 12:12). Any student who has pulled an all-nighter, crammed for a test, memorized an equation, or pored over a textbook can verify the truth of that statement. Solomon’s point was that there are more important things than simply amassing knowledge—namely, fearing God and obeying Him (verses 13-14).
That is not to say that education is unimportant. In fact, Jesus Himself learned. One of the only things we know of His childhood is that He “grew in wisdom” as He grew “in stature” (Luke 2:52). That is, the Son of God voluntarily put Himself in a position where He needed to assimilate knowledge as a man. Education was part of the process.
The church has historically promoted education and the improvement of the mind. The Reformer John Calvin was a strong advocate for universal education, believing that every child should be trained in reading, writing, math, and grammar, as well as religion. Martin Luther taught that education was essential, “both to understand the Word of Scripture and the nature of the world in which the Word would take root.” The modern Sunday school movement began in 1780 when Robert Raikes began educating poor children who were otherwise overlooked by society. Most universities, including Harvard, Yale, Princeton, Oxford, and Cambridge, were founded by Christians as religious schools.
In the book of Proverbs, a son is exhorted to heed his father’s instruction, and the application of the knowledge learned is called wisdom. The word education may not appear in the English form in the Bible, but Scripture does say a lot about the process of education, and it begins with the parent and child. The command to parents is to nurture their children in the Lord (Ephesians 6:4), and the Greek word paideia, translated “nurture” in the KJV, carries with it the idea of training, education, instruction and discipline.
Solomon tells us that the basis of all true knowledge is the fear of the Lord (Proverbs 1:7). The word fear here does not carry the idea of terror or dread; rather, it is awe and reverence for the holiness and majesty of God and a reluctance to disappoint or disobey Him. Jesus said that when we know the truth, the truth will make us free (John 8:32). Freedom from fear comes from being educated in Truth.
In Romans, the apostle Paul uses the word know or knowing eleven times. What are we to know? God’s Word. When we acquire spiritual knowledge and apply it to our lives, we serve the Lord in spirit and truth (Romans 6:11-13). Theology has been called “the queen of the sciences” because our knowledge of God informs every other area of erudition.
The Christian is to “study to shew thyself approved unto God” (2 Timothy 2:15, KJV). The NIV renders this verse, “Do your best to present yourself to God as one approved, a workman who does not need to be ashamed and who correctly handles the word of truth.” The Greek word translated “study” means “to give diligence, to exert oneself, or to make haste to apply oneself.” Therefore, in order to educate ourselves, we must apply ourselves to study with diligence the Word of God.
Some people see education as a cure-all for society’s ills. However, education, in and of itself, does nothing to combat ungodliness. In fact, knowledge, apart from the love of God, leads to pride (1 Corinthians 8:1). Nicodemus was “Israel’s teacher,” yet he did not understand even the basics of spiritual life (John 3:10). Paul was a highly educated man, having been trained in the best Jewish school of his day (Acts 22:3), and he used his education to communicate effectively to people of many cultures (Acts 17:28; Titus 1:12). Yet Paul’s education certainly did not make him holy (1 Timothy 1:16), and he warned of those who were “always learning and never able to come to the knowledge of the truth” (2 Timothy 3:7). Simply knowing facts does not make one a better person, and it is indeed possible to be a highly educated fool.
Education begins with the reality of God’s existence and the fact that He has communicated to us through creation, His Word, and His Son. As we learn more of God’s creation, our understanding of God’s wisdom and power deepens. As we study God’s Word, we become more equipped for God’s work (2 Timothy 3:16-17). As we grow in our knowledge of God’s Son (2 Peter 3:18), our love for Him increases and our service for Him intensifies.
CSM Charles Hayden SPC David S. PO1 Martin Findley SSG (Join to see) SGM (Join to see) PO2 Robert M. SPC Mara Manzer (Spurgin) CPO Zack Lindsey Sgt John H. CWO3 Dave Alcantara PO1 James Friedman SSG Lyle O'Rorke CW3 Kevin Storm SGT Michael Thorin Sgt Vance Bonds MAJ Rene De La Rosa SPC Jeff Daley, PhD CSM (Join to see) SMSgt Thor Merich Kimberly Bilyeu
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LTC Stephen F.
I expect that you have learned much over your lifetime and that you have shared most of what you have learned to family, friends, and coworkers – especially in the military Gene & Linda.
I pray that you and I listen carefully for the LORD’s guidance and that our listening skills are increasing as we learn each day and we impart what we have learned with wisdom to whoever YOU lead us to, my brother-in-Christ PO1 H Gene Lawrence and sister-in-Christ Linda Lawrence.
Thank you, LORD for YOUR Word. The LORD Christ is the WORD of God and by YOUR grace we can refer to the written word in the Bible. Thank YOU, Holy Spirit for dwelling with our soul and guarding us from demonic and foolish attempts to deceive us.
I lift parents, grandparents, teachers and all others involved in formal education and informal education of children. I pray that each educator and parent is focused on helping the children on how to learn and how and where to find answers.
I pray that each adopted son and daughter of YOURS is willing to learn with discernment and that we never attempt to empty our mind by trying to open it without filters of reason, logic, common sense. I pray that we are open to learning from YOU dear God as YOU open the scriptures to us as we read, listen to expositional preaching as YOU remind us of YOUR Word.
I lift ministries which teach inmates and parolees to reenter the world without malice and vengeance. I pray that YOU work through these programs and use the volunteers and counselors to educate each inmate and parolee with good training and assistance in getting hired after completing the program. I pray for salvation for as many as possible of those in prison as well as those being released after serving time. I pray that YOU close all improper doors and guide each to the right door.
I pray that each one of YOUR adopted children and their loved ones sleep well Monday night.
By the power and authority of the Name above all names, Jesus the Christ.
FYI SMSgt Lawrence McCarter SSG William Jones PO1 Robert George SGT Steve McFarland COL Mikel J. Burroughs SGT Wanda Shepherd SPC Michael Oles SR (Join to see) PO3 Charles Streich SP5 Jeannie Carle Cynthia Croft SSgt Marian Mitchell
I pray that you and I listen carefully for the LORD’s guidance and that our listening skills are increasing as we learn each day and we impart what we have learned with wisdom to whoever YOU lead us to, my brother-in-Christ PO1 H Gene Lawrence and sister-in-Christ Linda Lawrence.
Thank you, LORD for YOUR Word. The LORD Christ is the WORD of God and by YOUR grace we can refer to the written word in the Bible. Thank YOU, Holy Spirit for dwelling with our soul and guarding us from demonic and foolish attempts to deceive us.
I lift parents, grandparents, teachers and all others involved in formal education and informal education of children. I pray that each educator and parent is focused on helping the children on how to learn and how and where to find answers.
I pray that each adopted son and daughter of YOURS is willing to learn with discernment and that we never attempt to empty our mind by trying to open it without filters of reason, logic, common sense. I pray that we are open to learning from YOU dear God as YOU open the scriptures to us as we read, listen to expositional preaching as YOU remind us of YOUR Word.
I lift ministries which teach inmates and parolees to reenter the world without malice and vengeance. I pray that YOU work through these programs and use the volunteers and counselors to educate each inmate and parolee with good training and assistance in getting hired after completing the program. I pray for salvation for as many as possible of those in prison as well as those being released after serving time. I pray that YOU close all improper doors and guide each to the right door.
I pray that each one of YOUR adopted children and their loved ones sleep well Monday night.
By the power and authority of the Name above all names, Jesus the Christ.
FYI SMSgt Lawrence McCarter SSG William Jones PO1 Robert George SGT Steve McFarland COL Mikel J. Burroughs SGT Wanda Shepherd SPC Michael Oles SR (Join to see) PO3 Charles Streich SP5 Jeannie Carle Cynthia Croft SSgt Marian Mitchell
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PO1 H Gene Lawrence
Amen! Thank you for the prayer. Unfortunately not all our kids take our advice and knowledge to heart.
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SP5 Jeannie Carle
PO1 H Gene Lawrence - I'm on my umpteenth reading through the Bible, cover to cover and I think I learn something new every - single - time. Something I've read a dozen times will suddenly just "pop out of the page" and stand right up to be noticed. SO many times, I've thought ' Now just WHY didn't I see that before?" Or suddenly a verse takes on a whole new meaning for me. It's an AMAZING Book!
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PO1 H Gene Lawrence
SP5 Jeannie Carle - indeed it is amazing. My wife and I were talking about yesterday. I’ve had that happen often.
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