Taste and See

26 11 2014

apple pieTaste and see that the Lord is good. Blessed is the person who takes refuge in him. Psalm 34:8

Thanksgiving is the starting bell for many for holiday eating. Some have already
made plans or are making planning for a great feast for Thanksgiving. This year
I have been thinking about how to seek more of God, the spiritual and the sacred during the Holiday season. So in between recipes, place settings and dessert I am thinking of how good the Lord has been to me.

“Taste and See that the Lord is good”. My walk with Jesus started and continues
today with experiences of learning to trust, building faith, deepening understanding,
forgiving others, walking in love and seeking God’s will over my own. It is ongoing
process but decades later, what a sweet journey. I’ve heard some of the older saints
describe the Lord as “He’s a Good Jesus”. This phrase always brings a smile to my
face. What a tremendous description for someone who has been there for me through
every situation.

Oh Taste and See that the Lord is good….


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If and Then

25 11 2014

Barcelona 2013 084If

my people,

which are called by my name,

shall humble themselves,

and pray, and seek my face,

and turn from their wicked ways;

then

will I hear from heaven,

and will forgive their sin,

and will heal their land.  

2 Chronicles 7:14


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Content

24 11 2014

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How I praise the Lord that you are concerned about me again. I know you have always been concerned for me, but you didn’t have the chance to help me. Not that I was ever in need, for I have learned how to be content with whatever I have. I know how to live on almost nothing or with everything. I have learned the secret of living in every situation, whether it is with a full stomach or empty, with plenty or little. For, I can do everything through Christ who gives me strength. Philippians 4:10-13 NLT

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Content (adjective) satisfied with what one is or has; not wanting more or anything else.
Most people strive to find contentment with what they have or who they are by working to get more of what they think will make them happy. It often involves more money, more assets or more power or…

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Love One Another

21 11 2014

Love’s in need of love today…

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winter snow

Treat one another justly.
Love your neighbors.
Be compassionate with each other.
Don’t take advantage of widows, orphans, visitors, and the poor.
Don’t plot and scheme against one another-that’s evil. Zechariah 7:10

As toddlers, we begin to learn the lessons of living with others. Parents instruct us to “be nice” and “to share”. We later learn more complex terms like “love” and “compassion”. As adults, the lessons continue as we endeavor to live with others on a micro and macro level. Yet, as a people we struggle to get it right, even though the Bible is full of guidance about how to treat one another.
Love is God’s platform for His relationship with us, “For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son”. Love is also His commandment to us in our approach to one another. Still, love, fair treatment, empathy and compassion are elusive in…

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Keep Your Hearts and Minds

20 11 2014

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Be full of joy in the Lord always. I will say again, be full of joy. Let everyone see that you are gentle and kind. The Lord is coming soon. Do not worry about anything, but pray and ask God for everything you need, always giving thanks. And God’s peace, which is so great we cannot understand it, will keep your hearts and minds in Christ Jesus. Brothers and sisters, think about the things that are good and worthy of praise. Think about the things that are true and honorable and right and pure and beautiful and respected .Do what you learned and received from me, what I told you, and what you saw me do. And the God who gives peace will be with you. Philippians 4:4-9

This passage of scripture has blessed me over and over again. During different seasons of my life, the Holy Spirit is gracious…

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The Way Forward

19 11 2014

winter roadThy word is a lamp unto my feet, and a light unto my path. Psalm 119:105

We can thank God for the grace and mercy that He provides for our lives. The Holy Spirit is able to provide strength, peace and joy along our journey.  The next steps forward can be unsure and even difficult.  It requires us to put our trust squarely in His hands.  He empowers our journey with guidance and the ability to thrive where He is leading us.  Listening closely for the directions, watching for the signs and seeking the confirmations that the path is ahead will help to assure that He is directing our path.  We can be assured that He will send us in a direction that is consistent with His word, that will lead us toward Holy living and that will help us to achieve His purpose for our lives.

The way forward is through Him with our faith and trust to move where He is leading.


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Let It Go

18 11 2014

joyful walkLet not your heart be troubled: ye believe in God, believe also in me. John 14:1

Our hearts and souls are constructed to be vessels of faith, peace and love. The  Lord made us so that even during disappointment and hurt feelings we could clear away bitterness and unforgiveness. Routine events of daily living open the door to interactions that give us a choice of harboring things in our heart or dealing with it to let it go. People are always imperfect and may be a source of disappointment but our trust is in God. Letting go of the hurt, the stored up offenses and resentment  gives us space in our hearts to welcome what God has for us. Letting go is essential for our hearts to be healthy and whole. We want to make room for the gifts of His Holy Spirit to take residence in our hearts and minds and emanate out through our words and our deeds. We want to make room in our hearts for His peace, His joy and His love. We can start our spiritual spring cleaning early and let it go.


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Love Lifted Me

17 11 2014

Maui Beach“Yes, come,” Jesus said. So Peter went over the side of the boat and walked on the water toward Jesus. But when he saw the strong wind and the waves, he was terrified and began to sink. “Save me, Lord!” he shouted. Jesus immediately reached out and grabbed him. “You have so little faith,” Jesus said. “Why did you doubt me?”   Matthew 14:29-31

“Love lifted me, Love lifted me, when nothing else could help, Love lifted me”

The words to this song have been a source of encouragement for as long as I can remember.   I can recall my grandfather joining in this congregational song with so much vitality. I believe it was reminder to him and to me about God’s faithfulness and his ability to elevate us from any lowly place. Whether we are discouraged or need the transformative power of salvation, Jesus is able to lift us higher.   It could be that we are facing a personal storm in our life but our God is able to rescue us.   This is a time to trust Him.  This is a time to hold tightly to His hand.  As we put our trust in Him, He is able to lift us from the angry waves. Love can lift us up to take us higher.

I was sinking deep in sin, far from the peaceful shore, Very deeply stained within, sinking to rise no more, But the Master of the sea, heard my despairing cry, From the waters lifted me, now safe am I.

“Love lifted me, Love lifted me, when nothing else could help, Love lifted me”

Words James Rowe, Music Howard Smith


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Top Condition

14 11 2014

walking feetI don’t know about you, but I’m running hard for the finish line. I’m giving it everything I’ve got. No sloppy living for me! I’m staying alert and in top condition. I’m not going to get caught napping, telling everyone else all about it and then missing out myself.
 I Corinthians 9:26-27 MSG

As a child, I would listen to the Saints sing a song “I’m running for my life” during the devotional time in church. With a child’s imagination, I would often visualize people running desperately in a race. I think the fast tempo of the song plus the vivid words made the images come to mind.
Reading the passage for today, reminded me of our desire to achieve our best in our race for the Lord. Paul describes the purposeful journey that we have with Christ. We are striving to give our relationship with the Lord our best effort. We are earnestly seeking to do His will. We are staying alert for things that would have us to go off course or to meander needlessly down the wrong path. Just like an athlete we want to be in top condition and focused for the race. Prayer, reading God’s word and the Holy Spirit’s leading give us the guidance to stay on course and the best practices to reach our goal. A trained athlete finds a steady pace that strengthens their endurance and eliminates the wasted energy of carrying needless burdens and worry. We want to be able to go the distance in faith, traveling purposefully and strong in our stride toward the mark.

I press on to reach the end of the race and receive the heavenly prize for which God, through Christ Jesus, is calling us. Philippians 3:14-15 NLT


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Our Vision – While it is Day!

13 11 2014

another sunriseWe need to be energetically at work for the One who sent me here, working while the sun shines. When night falls, the workday is over. For as long as I am in the world, there is plenty of light. I am the world’s Light.  John 9:4-5 MSG

We are so thankful for the opportunity that comes with a new day, a new week. Vision, goals and plans continue to be on my heart and mind. The Lord is so faithful to provide inspiration, ideas and resources to point us in the right direction. Our Heavenly Father provides “God ideas” that compel us to move us forward. We may feel a little unsure if it is the right idea but if God has put it on your heart it is time to step out on faith. Do the research, collect the information, make the call, and register for the class. Do something that moves you closer to your goal. I heard one minister say that if we make the initial steps the idea starts moving toward you. You begin to hear about opportunities. God sends people in our path to make the needed connections. It does require action on our part. It requires us to step out on faith and to do it now. Time continues to march on and it seems that things are moving at even a faster pace. We have “to be energetically at work” doing the work of the Lord, while it is day.


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