June 13, 2006
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Consider the lilies of the field, how they grow: they neither toil nor spin. Matthew 6:28
[God] heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds. He counts the number of the stars; He calls them all by name. Psalm 147:3-4 During a small-group exercise at a seminar, we were asked to introduce ourselves without referring to our occupations. The challenge was to explain who we are instead of telling what we do. It was not easy to focus on being instead of doing.
Dr. William H. Thomas, a geriatric specialist, has pointed out that babies begin life by being. As we approach adulthood, the emphasis shifts to accomplishment. Then, as we grow older and our energy wanes, we must refocus on being. Elderhood brings us full circle, Thomas says, to a life that favors being over doing. This is a gift of great value.
But the search for being isnt confined to the sunset years. Jesus said that the proper focus is the antidote for anxiety at any age. He told His followers to look at the birds and flowers, which are not defined by what they do, and yet God cares for them.
Oswald Chambers said: Consider the lilies of the field, how they grow . . . they simply are! Think of the sea, the air, the sun, the stars, and the moonall of these simply are as well, yet what a ministry and service they render.
As Christians, our value to God comes not from what we do for Him, but in what we are to Him. Our beingmore than our doingglorifies His name.
Bible in One Year: Bible in One Year: Ezra 6-8; John 21
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Good morning, Rus!
Hope your week is a good one and that you have beautiful weather for doing outdoor work.
Thanks for our beautiful lesson from God's Word!
(((hugs)))...just because!
Thank you for posting this great reminder.