Dear Ones,
Hope your day is full of sunshine and opportunities to serve. I am going to do food prep and go to Exercise class, Crafts and Bible study.
Devotions from Judy’s heart
I like cooking for Al and trying new dishes, as he is appreciative and eager to try whatever I make. He likes when we have guests as well for there is even more care given to the meal. I’d like to share a story I recently read of a family who gave of themselves as well as nourishing food round their table which had great returns.

Samuel came from an Amish family and was only nine years old when he almost lost his arms and legs in a farm accident. It took 29 operations to save his life and three of his limbs, so you can imagine the medical bills that resulted in six figures. The family found a solution to this huge financial problem by opening their home to strangers each weekend. They served nourishing meals and guests were touched by their simple Amish way of life. When the meal ended, guests left them a donation and also saw the joy they experienced. Many people desired to help, and also sent encouraging letters and cards.  Half of their medical bill had been paid off in the first five years, for they gave of themselves and their home and touched the lives of others.

The Lord wants all of us to practice hospitality and let His love shine through us to others. In Romans 12:13 it says, “Share with God’s people who are in need. Practice hospitality.” The Message translation says, “Help needy Christians; be inventive in hospitality.” We are to use all of ourselves to serve Him in whatever way we can. The more of our life we release to Him, the more joy we will experience. Let us not hold back, but give and serve freely.

Challenge for today: Purpose to open up yourself and your home to serving others, and be inventive.
Blessings on your day and prayers and love, Judy