Through life’s trials, we often discover how we have ruined ourselves by doing things our way. But God’s grace intervenes in our disasters. Jesus says He has forgiven your sins, and offers to transform your heart. He will lift you out of the ruins, and set you on a secure foundation. In Jesus Christ we find true joy, delight, and contentment. In Him is the way of life everlasting.
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I encourage you vacationers (me included), to look for God’s handiwork in creation and keep a look out for Jesus, especially when something seems to go wrong such as botched reservations, car trouble, wrong turns, etc. Let yourself be astounded by the presence of Jesus. He is always found in the Word of God. Let those around you be astounded by His presence in you. “Where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is freedom” (2 Corinthians 3:17).
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And so, as you take a weekend away from the normal routines of life, enjoy your family. Enjoy your rest. Enjoy your camper. Enjoy your boat. Enjoy some hamburgers and brats. But please, please take a moment to remember. Remember the soldiers who gave their lives. Remember your freedom. Remember your heritage. But most of all, use this moment to remind your family and friends of the One, Jesus Christ, who won the battle against sin, death, and the devil
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Those who know Christ as Lord and Savior have found true hope. This hope is found in the Jesus’ suffering, death, and resurrection. It is the same Lord that rose from the dead Easter morning that will one day raise us up to eternal life. In that moment all our earthly treasures will no longer matter.
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God’s passion is opening people’s eyes so they can know how to have a real relationship with Him. That’s a madness that transcends any basketball tournament. It’s an excitement that lasts for eternity. I’ve heard it said that they only two things on earth that will last forever are God’s Word and the human soul.
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This February marks both Valentine’s Day and the beginning of Lent (Ash Wednesday). As sweethearts and family members exchange heart-shaped reminders of love, let’s remember the symbol of Christ’s love – the blood of His cross.
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The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom. The magi give us such a good example of that fear. It’s a fear that caused them to read the Scriptures and seek for God’s direction. It’s a fear where they weren’t satisfied with just knowledge, but planned out their travel and life in order to honor the Lord.
My prayer is that the number of magi would grow in 2021 as more and more fear the Lord and wisdom abounds. Wisemen still seek Him!
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I encourage you this year to reconsider your Christmas activities. Advent is a beautiful time to begin meaningful routines as a family. This could look like times of family devotions. There are numerous advent devotionals available. This could also mean looking for ways to share with our neighbors and friends. Take time to invite them over or share some baked goods. Also remind them of God’s greatest gift to us! What if? I pray this Christmas will be the opportunity of a lifetime for my family and yours to grow closer to Jesus.
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I am very grateful to be serving a congregation that is not seriously taking sides over the question of mask or no mask. I know that people have differing opinions about the efficacy of wearing masks and that there is conflicting information given, even from the experts. But churches are experiencing deep divisions based upon this one issue. Obviously, God does not want this.
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