My high-school girlfriend came down with her son who is Andrés' age, and we just spent a few hours together talking while the boys played. It was relaxing and a way to catch up on some much needed time with an old friend. I often get so caught up in the day-to-day tasks that come with having 4 children, that I am too tired by the end of the night to even have a phone conversation with friends. I rarely realize how much time actually passes inbetween my visits with friends. It's always a special treat to be able to spend that time with them as well.
My last journal entry was titled "Coincidence" with an explanation of why...it's interesting how God can daily remind us of His purpose for us. We just need to listen to His gentle whispers.
Yesterday's devotion was entitled Getting Involved. These exerpts have been coming from the Our Daily Bread pamphlet series that is sitting on the welcome table at New Hope. This particular day's focus was on the story of the good Samaritan and going to those in need. Here was the 3rd paragraph that I read in its entirety:
"It's easy to find reasons not to get involved. Busyness, indifference, and fear often top the list. Yet as we seek to follow our Lord faithfully, we will become more aware of opportunities to show the kind of compassion He showed."
Towards the bottom is the following poem:
When we share another's burden,
We disply God's love and care,
Offering relief and comfort
When life seems too much to bear.
And the last phrase in bold:
True compassion puts love into action.
For our entire family, God is reaffirming daily that we're doing what He has nudged us to do.
Are YOU listening to God? What is He asking of you?
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