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PEACEMAKERS

President George Bush had the opportunity to take on the role of peacemaker when he hosted the Presidents of Pakistan and Afghanistan at the White House. The two leaders stood stiffly on either side of the President during a brief appearance in the Rose garden before dinner. For months they have been trading criticisms regarding the others efforts to fight terrorists along their long remote mountainous border.

President Bush said the dinner was a chance for them to strategize and find common solutions. The President said, "These men are personal friends of mine. They are strong leaders who have an understanding of the world in which we live. They understand that the forces of moderation are being challenged by extremists and radicals. "The President added, "The countries need to cooperate "to make sure that people have got a hopeful future."

http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/15025606/. Illustration by Jim L. Wilson and Jim Sandell.

Matthew 5:9 (MSG) "You're blessed when you can show people how to cooperate instead of compete or fight. That's when you discover who you really are, and your place in God's family."