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Eating at the Table

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 Today, as I read and pray through scriptures I am struck by these passages: “In fact, when we were with you, we instructed you that if anyone was unwilling to work, neither should that one eat. We hear that some are conducting themselves among you in a disorderly way, by not keeping busy but minding the business of others.” 2 Thessalonians 3:10-11 How long ago was scripture written? A current problem, as somethings don’t change. What if the eating was communion, and Jesus expects all of us to work, that is be disciples in order to be welcome at the table. Jesus welcomes all, but I do think we are required to live our lives and do God’s “work”. Eating sustains, and so does the menu of God’s words, learning from others and our experiences being processed through the lens of God. Minding our own business and working seems to be like two great qualities to have. I have to ask myself if I am doing my fair share of work and focusing on my appropriate “business.” Lord, please focus my w...
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Stand Firm and Hold Fast

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“Therefore, brothers, stand firm and hold fast to the traditions that you were taught, either by an oral statement or by a letter of ours. May our Lord Jesus Christ himself and God our Father, who has loved us and given us everlasting encouragement and good hope through his grace, encourage your hearts and strengthen them in every good deed and word.” 2 Thessalonians 2:15-17 Pulling weeds yesterday reminded me of how overgrown with “weeds” our lives can become. You know the weeds: those things that have creeped in, sometimes entangling themselves with the beautiful flowers in our lives. Sometimes the weeds are beautiful and we feel we should keep them around not realizing how invasive they are. Today, stand firm and hold fast by weeding out those things we have allowed to creep in our garden. Pray, allowing God to help you with the work so that standing firm and holding fast are the flowers we enjoy on the path…
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Hearers and Doers

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As I start my morning with scripture I am reminded that I need to be more than just a person who studies the word of God. “Be doers of the word and not hearers only, deluding yourself.” James 1:22 Compassion, forgiveness and patience are just a few ways a doer lives out the word. The weather is in transition. A Christian knows that their transition is everyday saying yes to living the word. It is not easy, it is a commitment. Being human means our free will choices are not always the best. Transition means three steps forward and two steps back. That’s being human and very much Wisconsin transitional weather. Perfection is Gods to behold. Ours is being the best version of ourselves by being both hearers and doers on the path…
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Pray

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“Therefore the Lord waits to be gracious to you, and therefore he exalts himself to show mercy to you. For the Lord is a God of justice; blessed are all those who waits for him. “ Isaiah 30:18 The Lord is waiting to be gracious to you! My husband is the kind of guy who is always helpful. When he sees a need he jumps in. One thing is that he will say is that he does not read minds. You have to ask or he has to see or hear about someone in need. God respects our free will; with that said God waits for communication on needs. That is the reason prayer is so important. God waits to be gracious. Today, pray so God can show God’s mercy on the path..
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Be Strong

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Today, as focus is shifting to fall, back to school and perhaps harvesting, I want to think about focusing on being steadfast. 2 Chronicles 15:7 “But as for you, be strong and do not give up, for your work will be rewarded.” Perseverance in our chosen or give path is a focus to remember. Life is hills and valleys. And when we find ourselves struggling as we climb hills we need to remember to be strong and not give up. Our strength can be drawn from those good around us, mental reminders and of course our faith. As Dori says, “keep on swimming.” You will get there. Me, well I try to remember this as I reconstruct my days without formal work. The sun is shining, family members are traveling to the homestead, and life is good. Why? God is good, all the time on the path…
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Wisdom

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Wisdom is the ability to see the world as God sees the world. Sometimes, I think, we all get a glimpse of this. We see something that is profound and we know God. Yet there are times when life is messy that we need wisdom to guide us through. Today remember James 1:5 “If any of you lacks wisdom, you should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to you.” The lens we choose to wear bring our lives into focus and perspective. Choose the lens of God to see the world, God’s creation through God’s eyes. When we do this our goals, our challenges, our everything changes and we find we live a life of love. A life that cherishes and is full of compassion on the path…
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All Things Possible

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My sewing room has moved several times over the years. I have been a tote seamstress. The last couple of days I have been able to sort through and organize the chaos. It’s a good feeling when you accomplish a daunting task. I am reminded of Phillipians 4:13 “I can do all things through Christ who strengths me. Today, if you have a difficult task or one that you know needs the of the Lord, be reminded of this passage. Stick to it because you can do it! Lord, I am thankful for tasks being accomplished. Help me to persevere and push through when tasks are not pleasant or difficult. I continue to ask for your wisdom, knowledge and understanding. May the gift of counsel be at my side as I walk in fortitude and reverence. In Jesus name on the path….
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