Almost everyone enjoys giving and receiving gifts. Some are short-term physical gifts meant to be used or consumed right away such as: foods, toys, clothes, etc. Others are long-term gifts that keep on giving such as: books, jewelry, music, etc. These gifts sometimes last throughout our lifetime and into our children and grandchildren’s generations.
There are, however, gifts which never stop giving. »»
Spiritual disciplines are intended to empty ourselves of ourselves and to make room for God’s Spirit to fully dwell within us. Engagement with God’s Word, prayer, meditation (contemplation), and other disciplines keep our awareness of God’s presence and power in full view. »»
“Give me a break, give me a break, break me off a piece of that Kit Kat bar.” Besides being a pretty catchy tune and a tasty little candy bar . . . there’s some practical and useful advice in the song. Unfortunately, we tend to wait until we are about to snap before we seek out a break. Work may be getting tough, tension may be building between you and your spouse or family, financial burdens may be stacking up . . . »»
Friday night, right after the news, I was fortunate enough to see Jay Leno introduce his first guest. Fortunate, because in this case it was famous NFL quarterback Terry Bradshaw. Right from the top of the interview, the conversation turned to Phil Robertson of Duck Dynasty fame. Terry related that “yes, everything in Phil’s book was the gospel truth,” »»
Are you more mature in your faith than you were a year ago? Have you grown closer to God in the past two years? Are you increasing in your love for others? Are you living a peaceful life . . . perhaps in spite of difficult circumstances? Are you able to sense the presence of God in the daily movements of your life? Are you serving your neighbor? Are you sharing your faith?
Something is going on with your spiritual formation everyday. »»
Our Annual Men’s Sunrise Breakfast will be held on Saturday, January 11th at 7 AM at the Murphy’s home. There will be hot coffee, hot food, hot fire and great fellowship. Please make plans now to come. NOTE: It is NOT on the 1st Saturday of the New Year due to Jacob’s wedding that day.
A Ladies Night Out is planned for January 23 here at the building at 6:00 PM. See Lisa Hawkins for more details.
