Ready for spring!

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Worried? Yes!

 What if… worries were just being watchful for the blessing that is to come? Watching and waiting for the Lord regarding something specific.

And not a sign of lack of faith or trust in Him. Not of sign of fear of God’s absence or disinterest.

What if worry was an alertness to the anticipation of God taking care of something?

My husband will be traveling for an extended weekend soon. Lots of plans and coordinating to be made. Connections to orchestrate. And lots of places where things might not go exactly as planned. Juggling the options of a Plan B. And safety issues. Plenty of unknowns. Makes it easy to overthink. Overfret.

We know things don’t always go smoothly, even with our best efforts at anticipating and planning. Especially when traveling and trying to make numerous arrangements connect.

My old self wants to itemize (and yes, pray with wringing hands) every possible scenario that might lead to a setback and disrupt the flow of a safe and enjoyable trip. But “I am doing a new thing,” says the Lord. (Isaiah 43:18)

So, so will I.

I will see every worry as an opportunity to see the Lord in action. I will watch and wait and see His faithful love and care.

As in Psalm 27:13 -

I remain confident in this: I will see the goodness of the Lord in the land of the living.

I will watch for Your loving grace, Lord.

I watch for Your loving grace.

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Food for thought

It’s that time of year when many do more giving. Buying toys and clothes to donate. Groceries for others to have a holiday meal. Perhaps more money sent to a favorite charity or to the church. Meeting physical needs.

Then the righteous will answer Him, ‘Lord, when was it that we saw You hungry and gave You food, or thirsty and gave You something to drink? And when was it that we saw You a stranger and welcomed You, or naked and gave You clothing? And when was it that we saw you sick or in prison and visited You?’ (Matthew 25:37-39)

Certainly a familiar passage to many. And it speaks directly to the obedient behavior described above.

But God is also, even more so, concerned with the hunger and thirst of souls.

People hungry for hope.

Thirsty for reassurance.

Cold from lack of love and attention.

Imprisoned by fears.

Sick from the pressures of this world.

Does not Matthew also say in chapter 6:25 -

Is life not more than food, and the body more than clothing?

There is something much more important to be concerned about and that is every soul. It’s those hearts hungry and thirsty for the living God. Needing God’s word in the form of tangible presence: eyes of love and compassion, ears that listen compassionately, hands that hold hands, and mouths that proclaim God’s promises and sing of His love.

In our “year end giving” let’s remember to include gifts that meet the spiritual needs of others as well. And may it extend into the “year beginning”…

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Perhaps a thoughtful note?

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A time for encouragement

 May these notes help to brighten your day! And might you also consider doing the same for someone you know? Pick a message. Send a card. Let them know you still think of them; that you still care.

So speak encouraging words to one another. Build up hope so you’ll all be together in this, no one left out, no one left behind. I know you’re already doing this; just keep on doing it. - 1 Thessalonians 5:11

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