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end of the week thoughts


As the week comes to an end there are so many things on my mind.  I reflect on the things I have shared through the e-devotion as well as the things that are just ahead and I need to reflect, be grateful and go a little deeper.


Here at the end of the week, I choose to…


Truth God


This week held the anniversary of my mother’s death as well as some challenges that were often under the surface.  Some friends lost their parents and som others close to me have been struggling.  I choose to trust God because He knows and He cares and He has the answers.


Keep Praying


So many things are in my daily prayers: my wife, our kids, the church and more.  All the things going on around the world are so heavy including Israel and that part of the globe.  My heart hurts for those in the war zone, physically and emotionally.  I choose to pray to God and lay those feelings and burdens and needs at His feet.  He is able.


Show Appreciation


Lots of people have made and still make a difference in my life.  What my wife does for me and my family is worth “thank you’s” and so much more.  Those who serve at our church and in other places are amazing, and I want to say “thank you”.  It is the month where we appreciate pastors.  There are many people, including pastors, who minister to me through sermons and ministry, and each of those makes my life stronger.  I choose to appreciate them and say thank you.


Seek God


He is still working.  He is still speaking.  He isn’t done with me or my family.  He still has a plan for His church and the things He has led us to do.  I choose to seek God no matter what, and I know that I desperately need Him not just on Sunday but every day.


How is it you need to trust God?  Who is it you need to pray for?  How do you need to step up and show appreciation?  Where and when do you need to seek God even more.


It is the end of the week.  What do you choose?


Matthew 6:20-21,33  NLT  

Store your treasures in heaven, where moths and rust cannot destroy, and thieves do not break in and steal. 21 Wherever your treasure is, there the desires of your heart will also be… Seek the Kingdom of God above all else, and live righteously, and he will give you everything you need.

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