Writer Anita Brechbill observed in Gods Revivalist magazine that Most often the Word of the Lord comes to a soul in the ordinary duties of life. She cites the examples of Zacharias performing his duties as a priest, and the shepherds watching their flocks. They were at work as usual with no idea that they were about to receive a message from God.
Luke describes the ordinary days when these men received their message from God: While [Zacharias] was serving as priest before God in the order of his division, . . . an angel of the Lord appeared to him (1:8,11). While the shepherds were living out in the fields, keeping watch over their flock by night . . . an angel of the Lord stood before them, and the glory of the Lord shone around them (2:8-9).
Oswald Chambers in My Utmost for His Highest said: Jesus rarely comes where we expect Him; He appears where we least expect Him, and always in the most illogical situations. The only way a worker can keep true to God is by being ready for the Lords surprise visits.
On this ordinary day, the Lord may have a word of encouragement, guidance, or instruction for us, if were listening and ready to obey.
Good evening, Mayor, and thanks for today’s sustenance for body and soul.