Posted on 09/21/2019 5:01:33 PM PDT by Kathy in Alaska
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Bible in a Year : Ecclesiastes 1012; Galatians 1
I can do all this through him who gives me strength. Philippians 4:13
Youre going to be an exchange student! I was seventeen and thrilled to hear I was approved to study in Germany. But it was only three months before my departure, and I had never taken a class in German.
The days that followed found me crammingstudying for hours and even writing words on my hands to memorize them.
Months later I was in a classroom in Germany, discouraged because I didnt know more of the language. That day a teacher gave me wise advice. Learning a language is like climbing a sand dune. Sometimes you feel like youre not getting anywhere. But just keep going and you will.
Sometimes I reflect on that insight when I consider what it means to grow as a follower of Jesus. The apostle Paul recalled, I have learned the secret of being content in any and every situation. Even for Paul, personal peace didnt happen overnight. It was something he grew into. Paul shares the secret of his progress: I can do all this through him who gives me strength (Philippians 4:1213).
Life has its challenges. But as we turn to the One who has overcome the world (John 16:33), we discover not only that Hes faithful to get us through but also that nothing matters more than closeness to Him. He gives us His peace, helps us to trust, and empowers us to go the distance as we walk with Him.
In what ways will you focus on Jesus today? How can you encourage others to draw near to Him?
Thank You for the peace You give me as I turn to You, Jesus. Help me to stay very close to You today!
Hi Everybody!
(((HUGS)))
A blessed Lord’s Day to one and all!
Keep your powder dry.
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Good evening, Janey ((HUGS))...Shavua Tov and a Blessed Lord’s Day to you and yours.
Have a good time off.
Good evening, Mac...*HUGS*...and a Blessed Lord’s Day to you and yours.
How is the new Grill Master coming along? Have you taught him everything you know? d:o)
Work going well?
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Good evening, Mayor, and thank you for today’s sustenance for body and soul.
A Blessed Lord’s Day to you and yours.
Did you get some rest today?
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Yes and only worked 5 hours :) That’s a half day to me
Good job!!
Thank You!! So good to be home.
Good evening, ML...((HUGS))...and a Blessed Lord’s Day and Shavua Tov to you and yours.
Fall is almost officially here...you and Blue taking advantage?
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