Posted on Sep 4, 2019
The Colonel's Motivational Quotes of the Day!
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The Colonel's Motivational Quotes of the Day!
Good "Wednesday" Morning Everyone from the "Eagle's Nest" in Castle Rock, CO — 4 September 2019!
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Today is: "Character Day!" Why Not?
"When a Leader's character comes into question those who follow will question his or her authority, ability to actually lead, and their true metal! The beginning of the end for respect!" — COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs
The Quote in the Picture Today Reads: "Our Character is defined by what we do when we think no one is looking." — H. Jackson Brown Jr
"We are not just products of our past; people in our present also influence us and help mold our character." — David Packer
"Your character defines who you are by the actions you take." — Catherine Pulsifer
"The best index to a person's character is how he treats people who can't do him any good, and how he treats people who can't fight back." — Abigail Van Buren
"Never does a man portray his character more vividly than when proclaiming the character of another." — Winston Churchill
"Any fool can criticize, condemn and complain — and most fools do. But it takes character and self-control to be understanding and forgiving." — Dale Carnegie
"Power really is a test of character. In the hands of a person of integrity, it is of tremendous benefit; in the hands of a tyrant, it causes terrible destruction." — John Maxwell
"Develop your character so that you are a person of integrity." — Peter Cain
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The Colonel's Motivational Quotes of the Day!
Good "Wednesday" Morning Everyone from the "Eagle's Nest" in Castle Rock, CO — 4 September 2019!
Don't forget to join us for Warriors for Life (WFL) Virtual Group Support as Cpl Jania Masterson will cover "What happens to the body when we feel lonely!" — Check it Out:
https://www.rallypoint.com/shared-links/warriros-for-life-wfl-virtual-group-support-topic-what-happens-to-the-body-when-we-feel
Today is: "Character Day!" Why Not?
"When a Leader's character comes into question those who follow will question his or her authority, ability to actually lead, and their true metal! The beginning of the end for respect!" — COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs
The Quote in the Picture Today Reads: "Our Character is defined by what we do when we think no one is looking." — H. Jackson Brown Jr
"We are not just products of our past; people in our present also influence us and help mold our character." — David Packer
"Your character defines who you are by the actions you take." — Catherine Pulsifer
"The best index to a person's character is how he treats people who can't do him any good, and how he treats people who can't fight back." — Abigail Van Buren
"Never does a man portray his character more vividly than when proclaiming the character of another." — Winston Churchill
"Any fool can criticize, condemn and complain — and most fools do. But it takes character and self-control to be understanding and forgiving." — Dale Carnegie
"Power really is a test of character. In the hands of a person of integrity, it is of tremendous benefit; in the hands of a tyrant, it causes terrible destruction." — John Maxwell
"Develop your character so that you are a person of integrity." — Peter Cain
Check out all the BLOGs at Victory for Veterans: https://victoryforveterans.org/blog/
Reach Out and Join us for Warriors for Life (WFL) Virtual Group Support: https://victoryforveterans.org/who-we-are/services/warriors-for-life/
Support our Warriors in Need — Challenge them to Stay Alive: https://victoryforveterans.org/warriors-for-life-coin/
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Good Wednesday morning COL Mikel J. Burroughs I am praying for all who are along the East Coast today that the storm stays well offshore and everyone is safe.
I remember how I felt when I first saw the OTS (officer training school) motto: "Always with honor" and I thought, I want to be one of THOSE people. Those whose word is good, who are willing to stand up for what's right and who can be judged on their actions and not found wanting. Character isn't something you are born with, it is something you build, like a house, brick by brick, action by action, choice by choice. If you choose badly, your structure shows it. But you can chose to make it right although sometimes, that's pretty painful. Better to keep to the right choices in the first place.
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I remember how I felt when I first saw the OTS (officer training school) motto: "Always with honor" and I thought, I want to be one of THOSE people. Those whose word is good, who are willing to stand up for what's right and who can be judged on their actions and not found wanting. Character isn't something you are born with, it is something you build, like a house, brick by brick, action by action, choice by choice. If you choose badly, your structure shows it. But you can chose to make it right although sometimes, that's pretty painful. Better to keep to the right choices in the first place.
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COL Mikel J. Burroughs
Lt Col Charlie Brown - Nicely stated from a former officer and Lady of strong Character. Making the right choices and saying the right things is so important followed up by the right actions - you and Tom have a great Wednesday evening Charlie!
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LTC Stephen F.
I pray that you and I increasingly demonstrate noble character in our actions, words and thoughts; and that we readily forgive those closest to us, my friend and sister-in-Christ Lt Col Charlie Brown.
I thank YOU LORD that YOU are sanctifying each of us who are YOURS. YOU accept us as we are and YOU transform each of us into increasingly noble, honorable and gracious people.
I pray that we would each be quick to repent and quick to forgive as soon as YOU prompt us. Renew aright spirit with each of us.
I lift up parents of young children and pray that YOU motivate them to raise their children in the love and admonition of the LORD to be respectful and sure of the love of their parents and YOU.
I lift up parents of older children and pray that YOU would use the mistakes we made to bless the children and refine their character; take any burdens of guilt we may feel about those honest and less-than-honest mistakes; and increase love, trust and respect within each family.
I lift up grandparents, aunts, uncles, extended family and friends and pray that YOU do what needs to be done to have them reinforce what needs to be done for the children young and old of YOUR adopted children.
Let YOUR light shine through us to cleanse us and draw others to YOU.
I pray that YOU are raising up people of strong and noble character to be leaders from local to national level in business, industry, the church, and government.
By the power and authority of the Name above all names, Jesus the Christ.
I thank YOU LORD that YOU are sanctifying each of us who are YOURS. YOU accept us as we are and YOU transform each of us into increasingly noble, honorable and gracious people.
I pray that we would each be quick to repent and quick to forgive as soon as YOU prompt us. Renew aright spirit with each of us.
I lift up parents of young children and pray that YOU motivate them to raise their children in the love and admonition of the LORD to be respectful and sure of the love of their parents and YOU.
I lift up parents of older children and pray that YOU would use the mistakes we made to bless the children and refine their character; take any burdens of guilt we may feel about those honest and less-than-honest mistakes; and increase love, trust and respect within each family.
I lift up grandparents, aunts, uncles, extended family and friends and pray that YOU do what needs to be done to have them reinforce what needs to be done for the children young and old of YOUR adopted children.
Let YOUR light shine through us to cleanse us and draw others to YOU.
I pray that YOU are raising up people of strong and noble character to be leaders from local to national level in business, industry, the church, and government.
By the power and authority of the Name above all names, Jesus the Christ.
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Good morning my RP Family. Summer has gone by so quickly for me this year. We still have good weather but I’ve noticed it getting dark earlier. That is a sign, to me, that fall is upon us. Signs tell us a lot. Actions we display very much give a sign of our character. What signs do you show about your character? Let us take a look at what the Bible says about Christian character. I submit a piece from gotquestions.org for your reading pleasure today. I pray that you may receive a blessing from the content of the article. Have a glorious day in the Lord.
Taken from gotquestions.org
What does the Bible say about Christian character?
#Answer: Character is defined as strength of moral fiber. A.W. Tozer described character as “the excellence of moral beings.” As the excellence of gold is its purity and the excellence of art is its beauty, so the excellence of man is his character. Persons of character are noted for their honesty, ethics, and charity. Descriptions such as “man of principle” and “woman of integrity” are assertions of character. A lack of character is moral deficiency, and persons lacking character tend to behave dishonestly, unethically, and uncharitably.
A person’s character is the sum of his or her disposition, thoughts, intentions, desires, and actions. It is good to remember that character is gauged by general tendencies, not on the basis of a few isolated actions. We must look at the whole life. For example, King David was a man of good character (1 Samuel 13:14) although he sinned on occasion (2 Samuel 11). And although King Ahab may have acted nobly once (1 Kings 22:35), he was still a man of overall bad character (1 Kings 16:33). Several people in the Bible are described as having noble character: Ruth (Ruth 3:11), Hanani (Nehemiah 7:2), David (Psalm 78:72), and Job (Job 2:3). These individuals’ lives were distinguished by persistent moral virtue.
Character is influenced and developed by our choices. Daniel “resolved not to defile himself” in Babylon (Daniel 1:8), and that godly choice was an important step in formulating an unassailable integrity in the young man’s life. Character, in turn, influences our choices. “The integrity of the upright guides them” (Proverbs 11:3a). Character will help us weather the storms of life and keep us from sin (Proverbs 10:9a).
It is the Lord’s purpose to develop character within us. “The crucible for silver and the furnace for gold, but the LORD tests the heart” (Proverbs 17:3). Godly character is the result of the Holy Spirit’s work of sanctification. Character in the believer is a consistent manifestation of Jesus in his life. It is the purity of heart that God gives becoming purity in action. God sometimes uses trials to strengthen character: “we also rejoice in our sufferings, because we know that suffering produces perseverance; perseverance, character; and character, hope” (Romans 5:3-4). The Lord is pleased when His children grow in character. “You test the heart and are pleased with integrity” (1 Chronicles 29:17; see also Psalm 15:1-2).
We can develop character by controlling our thoughts (Philippians 4:8), practicing Christian virtues (2 Peter 1:5-6), guarding our hearts (Proverbs 4:23; Matthew 15:18-20), and keeping good company (1 Corinthians 15:33). Men and women of character will set a good example for others to follow, and their godly reputation will be evident to all (Titus 2:7-8).
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Taken from gotquestions.org
What does the Bible say about Christian character?
#Answer: Character is defined as strength of moral fiber. A.W. Tozer described character as “the excellence of moral beings.” As the excellence of gold is its purity and the excellence of art is its beauty, so the excellence of man is his character. Persons of character are noted for their honesty, ethics, and charity. Descriptions such as “man of principle” and “woman of integrity” are assertions of character. A lack of character is moral deficiency, and persons lacking character tend to behave dishonestly, unethically, and uncharitably.
A person’s character is the sum of his or her disposition, thoughts, intentions, desires, and actions. It is good to remember that character is gauged by general tendencies, not on the basis of a few isolated actions. We must look at the whole life. For example, King David was a man of good character (1 Samuel 13:14) although he sinned on occasion (2 Samuel 11). And although King Ahab may have acted nobly once (1 Kings 22:35), he was still a man of overall bad character (1 Kings 16:33). Several people in the Bible are described as having noble character: Ruth (Ruth 3:11), Hanani (Nehemiah 7:2), David (Psalm 78:72), and Job (Job 2:3). These individuals’ lives were distinguished by persistent moral virtue.
Character is influenced and developed by our choices. Daniel “resolved not to defile himself” in Babylon (Daniel 1:8), and that godly choice was an important step in formulating an unassailable integrity in the young man’s life. Character, in turn, influences our choices. “The integrity of the upright guides them” (Proverbs 11:3a). Character will help us weather the storms of life and keep us from sin (Proverbs 10:9a).
It is the Lord’s purpose to develop character within us. “The crucible for silver and the furnace for gold, but the LORD tests the heart” (Proverbs 17:3). Godly character is the result of the Holy Spirit’s work of sanctification. Character in the believer is a consistent manifestation of Jesus in his life. It is the purity of heart that God gives becoming purity in action. God sometimes uses trials to strengthen character: “we also rejoice in our sufferings, because we know that suffering produces perseverance; perseverance, character; and character, hope” (Romans 5:3-4). The Lord is pleased when His children grow in character. “You test the heart and are pleased with integrity” (1 Chronicles 29:17; see also Psalm 15:1-2).
We can develop character by controlling our thoughts (Philippians 4:8), practicing Christian virtues (2 Peter 1:5-6), guarding our hearts (Proverbs 4:23; Matthew 15:18-20), and keeping good company (1 Corinthians 15:33). Men and women of character will set a good example for others to follow, and their godly reputation will be evident to all (Titus 2:7-8).
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COL Mikel J. Burroughs
PO1 H Gene Lawrence - Excellent article on Christian Character, something that is missing in today's society and missing in certain individuals Gene. Not you or Linda Lawrence that is for sure. Steadfast in Christian Character my friend. May you have a Blessed evening Gene and Linda!
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PO1 H Gene Lawrence
COL Mikel J. Burroughs - Thank you for your very kind words Colonel and may you as well.
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LTC Stephen F.
I pray that you and I increasingly demonstrate noble character in our actions, words and thoughts; and that we readily forgive those closest to us, my friend and brother-in-Christ PO1 H Gene Lawrence and sister-in-Christ Linda Lawrence.
I thank YOU LORD that YOU are sanctifying each of us who are YOURS. YOU accept us as we are and YOU transform each of us into increasingly noble, honorable and gracious people.
I pray that we would each be quick to repent and quick to forgive as soon as YOU prompt us. Renew aright spirit with each of us.
I lift up parents of young children and pray that YOU motivate them to raise their children in the love and admonition of the LORD to be respectful and sure of the love of their parents and YOU.
I lift up parents of older children and pray that YOU would use the mistakes we made to bless the children and refine their character; take any burdens of guilt we may feel about those honest and less-than-honest mistakes; and increase love, trust and respect within each family.
I lift up grandparents, aunts, uncles, extended family and friends and pray that YOU do what needs to be done to have them reinforce what needs to be done for the children young and old of YOUR adopted children.
Let YOUR light shine through us to cleanse us and draw others to YOU.
I pray that YOU are raising up people of strong and noble character to be leaders from local to national level in business, industry, the church, and government.
By the power and authority of the Name above all names, Jesus the Christ.
I thank YOU LORD that YOU are sanctifying each of us who are YOURS. YOU accept us as we are and YOU transform each of us into increasingly noble, honorable and gracious people.
I pray that we would each be quick to repent and quick to forgive as soon as YOU prompt us. Renew aright spirit with each of us.
I lift up parents of young children and pray that YOU motivate them to raise their children in the love and admonition of the LORD to be respectful and sure of the love of their parents and YOU.
I lift up parents of older children and pray that YOU would use the mistakes we made to bless the children and refine their character; take any burdens of guilt we may feel about those honest and less-than-honest mistakes; and increase love, trust and respect within each family.
I lift up grandparents, aunts, uncles, extended family and friends and pray that YOU do what needs to be done to have them reinforce what needs to be done for the children young and old of YOUR adopted children.
Let YOUR light shine through us to cleanse us and draw others to YOU.
I pray that YOU are raising up people of strong and noble character to be leaders from local to national level in business, industry, the church, and government.
By the power and authority of the Name above all names, Jesus the Christ.
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“Good character is more to be praised than outstanding talent. Most talents are to some extent a gift. Good character, by contrast, is not given to us. We have to build it piece by piece by thought, choice, courage and determination.”--John Luther
Good Wednesday COL Mikel J. Burroughs and RP Friends.
Good Wednesday COL Mikel J. Burroughs and RP Friends.
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Sgt Deborah Cornatzer Good morning, Deb! I have a poster of that in my classroom. Thank you for sharing.
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COL Mikel J. Burroughs
Two awesome and excellent quotes to be followed by all Deborah! Thank you once again for coming through with some really good quotes and have a great evening Sgt Deborah Cornatzer
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LTC Stephen F.
I pray that you and I increasingly demonstrate noble character in our actions, words and thoughts; and that we readily forgive those closest to us, my friend and brother-in-Christ Sgt Deborah Cornatzer.
I thank YOU LORD that YOU are sanctifying each of us who are YOURS. YOU accept us as we are and YOU transform each of us into increasingly noble, honorable and gracious people.
I pray that we would each be quick to repent and quick to forgive as soon as YOU prompt us. Renew aright spirit with each of us.
I lift up parents of young children and pray that YOU motivate them to raise their children in the love and admonition of the LORD to be respectful and sure of the love of their parents and YOU.
I lift up parents of older children and pray that YOU would use the mistakes we made to bless the children and refine their character; take any burdens of guilt we may feel about those honest and less-than-honest mistakes; and increase love, trust and respect within each family.
I lift up grandparents, aunts, uncles, extended family and friends and pray that YOU do what needs to be done to have them reinforce what needs to be done for the children young and old of YOUR adopted children.
Let YOUR light shine through us to cleanse us and draw others to YOU.
I pray that YOU are raising up people of strong and noble character to be leaders from local to national level in business, industry, the church, and government.
By the power and authority of the Name above all names, Jesus the Christ.
I thank YOU LORD that YOU are sanctifying each of us who are YOURS. YOU accept us as we are and YOU transform each of us into increasingly noble, honorable and gracious people.
I pray that we would each be quick to repent and quick to forgive as soon as YOU prompt us. Renew aright spirit with each of us.
I lift up parents of young children and pray that YOU motivate them to raise their children in the love and admonition of the LORD to be respectful and sure of the love of their parents and YOU.
I lift up parents of older children and pray that YOU would use the mistakes we made to bless the children and refine their character; take any burdens of guilt we may feel about those honest and less-than-honest mistakes; and increase love, trust and respect within each family.
I lift up grandparents, aunts, uncles, extended family and friends and pray that YOU do what needs to be done to have them reinforce what needs to be done for the children young and old of YOUR adopted children.
Let YOUR light shine through us to cleanse us and draw others to YOU.
I pray that YOU are raising up people of strong and noble character to be leaders from local to national level in business, industry, the church, and government.
By the power and authority of the Name above all names, Jesus the Christ.
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