Dear Ones,
Hope you have a great day! I plan to go to Exercise class, crafts and Bible study today. We had a good Women’s study last night with great attendance.
Devotions from Judy’s heart
I often find treasures down by our elevator as there is a free table for any of us to take from or to put things on.  The Lord often surprises me with supplying something I need and have been looking for. Recently I took a book from the table by international speaker and writer, Matthew Kelly called Holy Moments. You probably have read his books or have heard him speak. I can’t believe I have not heard of Kelly before and since his book wasn’t thick, I started reading it and consumed the whole thing. Not only that, I ordered six more books to give away as his message is simple but powerful and if practiced can be life-changing for many. I will share a little from my notes.

He asks us if our life has purpose and meaning. Are we living it to the fullest? Too often we spend time on trivial things and activities that fill time, but lack purpose.  We were made for the Lord and He wants us to discover who we are and what we are made for, otherwise, we live shallow, hopeless lives. He writes, “A holy moment is a single moment in which you open yourself to God. You make yourself available to Him. You set aside personal preference and self-interest, and for one moment you do what you prayerfully believe God is calling you to do.” We all are probably aware that we have moments that are unholy in the choices we make, but what if we begin to recognize opportunities for holy moments in our day and choose to do what we feel God is calling us to do? It can be just a simple gesture or a kind word, but we set aside our own preferences and look through God’s eyes to do whatever He calls us to do.

I am quite sure we will find our hearts changed as well as those whom we serve. Joy erupts in our souls and has a ripple effect on others. A single moment can be a grace-filled moment, a prayer-guided action to which even our bodies respond by releasing serotonin, dopamine and oxytocin, giving us joy. I want to challenge us all to open our hearts to the Lord, be available when He puts opportunities before us, and respond. Holy moments are holy choices we make.

Challenge for today: Ask the Lord to help you live with purpose and recognize holy moments He has waiting for your response.
Blessings on your day and prayers and love, Judy