February 12, 2024
#872 HOW GOD SPOKE TO ME TODAY
October, 2023 C.S. Lewis, preaching on what God is trying to knead into my heart: “…Never, in peace or war, commit your virtue or your happiness to the future. Happy work is best done by the man who takes his long-term plans somewhat lightly and works from moment to moment ‘as to the Lord.’ It is only daily bread we are encouraged to ask for. The present is the only time in which any duty can be done or any grace received.
February 13, 2024
Golf Tuesday, looking inward…
#873 HOW GOD SPOKE TO ME TODAY
January, 2024 One thing I’ve observed in my journey is my inconsistency. I can start my morning with a spiritual lift, go forth with a positive attitude, hit a few bad golf shots or hear a few annoying remarks–and I find myself being critical of myself, the course, and my friends. I’ll come home and realize I turned off the Spirit somewhere out there this morning. Praise God there’s a simple. solution to this dilemma: I gotta keep pressing on for the higher calling of my Lord.
February 14, 2024
To my valentine…
#874 HOW GOD SPOKE TO ME TODAY
January, 2024 Two becoming one is a process, not an event. As Karen and I have aged, many aspects of our separate lives have converged. We sleep together better, we enjoy many of the same foods, we like the same movies and tv series, our spiritual pursuits are harmonious, we are comfortable with silence between us–we understand each other better. Areas of conflict arise less frequently and disappear more quickly. By God’s grace we two are becoming one. (love the cartoon!)
February 15, 2024
#875 HOW GOD SPOKE TO ME TODAY
November, 2023 I want to become soft-spoken. Is that even possible? I come from a family of loud talkers and I married into a family of loud talkers. So it is kind of ingrained. Ingrained means it is a job for the Holy Spirit–with my cooperation. The Holy Spirit is not loud.
February 16, 2024
#876 HOW GOD SPOKE TO ME TODAY
November, 2023 My sin. I am certain it is immense, but I try not to think about it. He has forgiven them…I believe Him. The rightful response to that unfathomable forgiveness is to follow Him. But what of today’s sin? Forgive me, Lord Jesus, and lead on.
February 17, 2024
#877 HOW GOD SPOKE TO ME TODAY
January, 2024 I have been using two forms of meditation: 1) a timed session employing a mantra to regulate my breathing (Ex.: The kingdom of heaven (inhale) is at hand (exhale); or even A-(inhale) ‑men (exhale). 2) Listening closely to music (I like Gregorian chants) allowing it to guide my mind. Meditation encourages my inward journey. It promotes calmness and tranquility.
February 18, 2024
. Gratitude on a Family Sunday…
#878 HOW GOD SPOKE TO ME TODAY
January, 2024 On the journey of my life, I like the stretch of the road I am on right now. I love that Karen and I (and Spice, I suppose) are drawn more and more together by Him. I love the contemplative side of my life: the meditation, the quiet, the music, my porch or my study, the reading, the prayer. I love the “in the world” side too: my family, my golf buddies, my church friends, and all the individual relationships that have popped up along the road. I’ve been blessed that my life is filled with people I love. And I am most blessed by knowing that He has been with me for every single step, and will be forever and ever.
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