Greetings in you in the name of the one who promises ‘streams of living water’ to flow from deep inside our being, Jesus Christ – THE Risen Saviour! Well, the weather is proving that we have now entered a new season…and it is going to be “good!” I am trusting that you are a little excited about the days that lie ahead of us, the opportunities to learn new things as we cozy up with a hot chocolate-a good book-an oatmeal cookie…or maybe spending time with family and/or friends. Today I will be praying for you, asking Father to stir your heart and spark your thinking and energize your body.
Note: this is really Thursday the 27th’s “blog” – somehow the computer did not push the ‘publish button’ for me…these computers just aren’t like they should be…however as usual God’s timing and purposes are just right!
A belated Birthday Card came yesterday and in it was a funeral card for a family member that I had not seen in almost fifty years. It is funny how time slips away! I have been pondering and remembering…and being grateful to God for life. It has been twenty-five years or so since I last saw my little village where I grew up and I was wandering – in my thoughts – from house to house. Thanks to the internet I “googled” the village and was able to see a brief video of what things look like today.This simple experiential exercise was a blessing indeed!
So this morning I am extremely thankful to God for His faithfulness in leading me to where I am today. I thank God for: the city I live – the wife, Lindsey and the family we have – the house we share – the church I serve and worship in – the church family that I love and who loves me – the life experiences that I have survived – the measure of health and strength I have – my little four-legged daughter, Lucy – the days that are ahead – the people who enrich my life – the challenges that force me to trust my Father-God – my collection of books and music and memories – I AM SO-O-O BLESSED!
I have a sense that we all need reminders so that we can remember the blessings God engineers for us on a daily basis. So with the coming “Thanksgiving” – perhaps we need to begin making a “Thank You – God” list…and sharing it with family and friends.
Enjoy all that God sends your way…today!