Dear Ones,

Hope you had a peace-filled weekend! We did lots of praying as our granddaughter and son’s family were in the areas of the tornadoes. All safe, PTL!  This morning Al and I have our annual physicals at 8 a.m.   I am hoping that my computer comes by tonight and if so, I will be celebrating!

Devotions from Judy’s heart

Maybe we have all gone through times when life seems routine and the same old, same old days. We go along not aware of how precious each day is until something gets our attention. It could be the Doctor’s diagnosis of our liver cancer or a death in the family, or a tornado that damaged our house; and suddenly we wish we could step back into a normal routine day. Why didn’t we appreciate it and live in the present moment, being mindful of it? But now we are in a different place, and we can ask instead, what can this intrusion in my life teach me? What is God trying to say to me and have me learn?

We should all live life with our eyes open to the present moment, seeing what is before us. Otherwise, the days pass and we miss what the Lord has for us. We need to quiet down and savor the moment we are in and take time to nurture our soul. Let’s not rush through the day without the awareness of the Lord with us and directing us but living life fully. That may include being transparent, laughing at ourselves, seeing others as our teachers to learn more about ourselves, and being open to change.
In I Peter 5:6 Peter says, “Be content with who you are, don’t put on airs. God’s strong hand is on you; He’ll promote you at the right time. Live carefree before God’ He is most careful with you.” Let us live with contentment and humility and carefreeness, being in the present moment and thankful for what is right now.

Challenge for today: Embrace whatever comes your way today and give thanks to the Lord.

Blessings on your week and prayers and love, Judy