Isaiah 40:28-31 (New International Version)
28 Do you not know? Have you not heard? The LORD is the everlasting God, the Creator of the ends of the earth. He will not grow tired or weary, and his understanding no one can fathom. 29 He gives strength to the weary and increases the power of the weak. 30 Even youths grow tired and weary, and young men stumble and fall; 31 but those who hope in the LORD will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles;
they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint.
My mind and my thoughts are focused on Paul and Sharon Lowry and their family this morning. Many of you have joined me in continuing to lift them up in prayer as they live through this difficult time since Sharon was diagnosed with brain tumors this past February. I received a Caringbridge notification last night that Hospice has been called in to serve their needs.
Even in their times of weakness they have been strong. They have been such shining examples of faith, hope, and love to all whose lives they have touched and will continue to touch. God speaks to us through them in the way they live the verses I have included today. That's what they do. They live as they have been taught to live according to the Holy Word.
I have such great respect for them. They personify the poem I wrote in December 2005 I am sharing with you today. They understand what life is all about. They have devoted their lives to sharing God's love. They know sharing God's love gives Him pleasure. They have pleased God in the way they daily live. Their lives are truly examples to others. They have been willing to adapt and adjust and I know they have done so with happy hearts. They have accepted God's will. They are being examples to you even though you don't know them personally, because you know them through me and what I am sharing with you about their lives, their love, their weaknesses and their strength. But above all, give their suffering a special meaning as you draw closer to God. Yes, there is a degree of suffering we can't deny. But there has also been such an outpouring of love and devotion that goes beyond words to express.
Whatever you are going through today, God will give you exactly as much strength as you need it when you need it just as He is giving Paul and Sharon and their family strength for each day. Take care and make sure you don't waste one minute of this precious gift of life that is yours. Everyone needs a good example. Be an example to others today. In Christian love, Nan
An Example To Others
realize and understand what life is all about
life is all about sharing God's love
sharing God's love will give pleasure to Him
give pleasure to Him in your daily life
in your daily life be an example to others
an example to others is one willing to adapt and adjust
adapt and adjust and do it with a happy heart
a happy heart is one accepting God's will
God's will for your life is to be an example to others
Tuesday, August 3, 2010
Sunday, August 1, 2010
My Eternal Flame
Love is like an eternal flame, once it is lit, it will continue to burn for all time.
Kamila
You never know what an encouraging word can accomplish! Thanks to a lady named Michele who took the time to send me an encouraging email today and thanks to a fellow poet, Reason A. who sent me a timely comment and link to a poetic site, God created, through me, a poem whose origin I just discovered today!
God is love and God is the Alpha and the Omega. God's love is an eternal flame. With His heavenly breath, He blew into us the breath of life and with that, He lit an eternal flame within each of us. As you encourage another person, the words carried on your breath perform a miracle. We are truly never without hope. God created us in His image and in so doing, lit our eternal flame. We simply must fan the smouldering embers of another person's eternal flame when it dies down and is seemingly nothing but a pile of ashes. Though these ashes appear dead and useless, an encouraging word may be all that is necessary to create a spark that sets the flame aglow once more.
My earthly body is temporary. One day, I will take my last breath as a human being. My soul and my eternal flame know no boundaries of space and time. When I am gone, don't mourn my passing. Rejoice with me, instead. When you think of me, my eternal flame will glow inside of you and warm your heart.
Since today marks the third anniversary of Nan's Calendar, it is fitting to share this new poem with you. It is entitled
My Eternal Flame
my soulful existence perpetual
soul's embers lingering
it awaits heavenly intervention
words spoken, encourage
sparks combust - ignition
flame glowing relentless incessantly
written by Nan Forehand
Sunday, August 1, 2010
This form of poetic expression is called Rhopalic verse. It can be very deceptive, in that it appears quite simple. However, much time and deliberation are necessary in order to transform thoughts into a poem that is pleasing to the ear and to the soul. The syllables of the words in each line are one, two, three, four, etc.
Take care. Love, Nan
Kamila
You never know what an encouraging word can accomplish! Thanks to a lady named Michele who took the time to send me an encouraging email today and thanks to a fellow poet, Reason A. who sent me a timely comment and link to a poetic site, God created, through me, a poem whose origin I just discovered today!
God is love and God is the Alpha and the Omega. God's love is an eternal flame. With His heavenly breath, He blew into us the breath of life and with that, He lit an eternal flame within each of us. As you encourage another person, the words carried on your breath perform a miracle. We are truly never without hope. God created us in His image and in so doing, lit our eternal flame. We simply must fan the smouldering embers of another person's eternal flame when it dies down and is seemingly nothing but a pile of ashes. Though these ashes appear dead and useless, an encouraging word may be all that is necessary to create a spark that sets the flame aglow once more.
My earthly body is temporary. One day, I will take my last breath as a human being. My soul and my eternal flame know no boundaries of space and time. When I am gone, don't mourn my passing. Rejoice with me, instead. When you think of me, my eternal flame will glow inside of you and warm your heart.
Since today marks the third anniversary of Nan's Calendar, it is fitting to share this new poem with you. It is entitled
My Eternal Flame
my soulful existence perpetual
soul's embers lingering
it awaits heavenly intervention
words spoken, encourage
sparks combust - ignition
flame glowing relentless incessantly
written by Nan Forehand
Sunday, August 1, 2010
This form of poetic expression is called Rhopalic verse. It can be very deceptive, in that it appears quite simple. However, much time and deliberation are necessary in order to transform thoughts into a poem that is pleasing to the ear and to the soul. The syllables of the words in each line are one, two, three, four, etc.
Take care. Love, Nan
Tuesday, July 27, 2010
Our Desired Haven
When our response to pain moves in harmful direction, we must permit truth to steer us toward safety. Even when our hearts want to reject the truth, we need to remember that a heart of love is behind all truth, longing to take us to our desired haven.
Author Unknown
I am so thankful God guided me into the mental health field. Yes, I hear of pain and suffering every day. I also hear and see the results of a person turning over the pain and suffering to God. Sometimes this simple act of faith and trust take years to come to pass.
A lady came for an appointment yesterday who has been seeing the doctor for at least a couple of years. Probably in her sixties, she looked like a new woman. She had such a beautiful glow on her face. Yes, the doctor prescribes mental health medications and they can be very effective and helpful. They are not the total answer to a person's problems. Medications of this nature can help, but they can also be very dangerous. I take my job very seriously, and at the same time, I understand that I don't own others problems. God put me in this position for a reason that was unclear to me in the beginning. Now I understand. God gave me a voice to encourage others and to help bring others closer to Him. I work in a mission field every day and it is priceless when a patient and I experience God's presence, as was the case yesterday. This lady and I worshipped the Lord as she shared with me how she has finally let go of the past. She was able to heal when she stopped picking at her past like a wound that had partially healed. You get the idea, right. A wound will heal faster when properly cleaned and medicated. When picking at the wound becomes an obsession, it can go from bad to worse very quickly. She picked at this wound for twenty years. Previously, she was bent over in self pity and had a long history of living in the past, filled with regrets and disappointments. She had struggled spiritually, emotionally, physically and relationally. It was a joy to see her and hear of her healing. She has reached her desired haven, and now, she is able to share what she has learned with others and to encourage them.
Does this lady's story sound familiar? If so, share today's message with one who is still picking at the past and needs to stop. At some point in time, self pity and picking became normal. Encourage that person to create a new normal, one that is healthy and full of all God has planned, full of hope and peace. Speaking the truth in love, help that one reach his or her desired haven. As we carry each other's burdens, God is glorified.
Take care and have a wonderful day. Love, Nan
Author Unknown
I am so thankful God guided me into the mental health field. Yes, I hear of pain and suffering every day. I also hear and see the results of a person turning over the pain and suffering to God. Sometimes this simple act of faith and trust take years to come to pass.
A lady came for an appointment yesterday who has been seeing the doctor for at least a couple of years. Probably in her sixties, she looked like a new woman. She had such a beautiful glow on her face. Yes, the doctor prescribes mental health medications and they can be very effective and helpful. They are not the total answer to a person's problems. Medications of this nature can help, but they can also be very dangerous. I take my job very seriously, and at the same time, I understand that I don't own others problems. God put me in this position for a reason that was unclear to me in the beginning. Now I understand. God gave me a voice to encourage others and to help bring others closer to Him. I work in a mission field every day and it is priceless when a patient and I experience God's presence, as was the case yesterday. This lady and I worshipped the Lord as she shared with me how she has finally let go of the past. She was able to heal when she stopped picking at her past like a wound that had partially healed. You get the idea, right. A wound will heal faster when properly cleaned and medicated. When picking at the wound becomes an obsession, it can go from bad to worse very quickly. She picked at this wound for twenty years. Previously, she was bent over in self pity and had a long history of living in the past, filled with regrets and disappointments. She had struggled spiritually, emotionally, physically and relationally. It was a joy to see her and hear of her healing. She has reached her desired haven, and now, she is able to share what she has learned with others and to encourage them.
Does this lady's story sound familiar? If so, share today's message with one who is still picking at the past and needs to stop. At some point in time, self pity and picking became normal. Encourage that person to create a new normal, one that is healthy and full of all God has planned, full of hope and peace. Speaking the truth in love, help that one reach his or her desired haven. As we carry each other's burdens, God is glorified.
Take care and have a wonderful day. Love, Nan
Sunday, July 25, 2010
Chosen
You did not choose me, but I chose you and appointed you to go and bear fruit - fruit that will last. Then the Father will give you whatever you ask in my name. This is my command: Love each other.
John 15:16-17
I haven't given up on Nan's Calendar. I haven't had writer's block, either. I can't tell you exactly why I haven't written lately, because I don't know the answer, only that God has been directing my energies elsewhere of late.
Allen, John and I recently visited with Paul and Sharon Lowry as she goes through this time with a brain tumor. They are a tremendous witness for the Lord during this most difficult time in their lives. The Lord has continued to give them strength that goes beyond words to express. My heart goes out to them. Rather than go into much detail here, please keep them lifted in your prayers. They covet your prayers and support.
As well, I have devoted much time and attention to my patients and their prayer needs, especially in the past several weeks. There are also numerous other prayer needs that have been brought to my attention....too numerous to mention individually. Please pray for me, also.
We are heavily into the planning and preparation process for John's upcoming Eagle Scout Court of Honor program and reception following the pinning ceremony. It will be held on Aug. 21st at 7pm. We are honored to be a part of this wonderful Boy Scout Troop 348. Paul Lowry and his brothers Fred and Scott have been such positive influences for John and the other boys in the troop. Their current scoutmaster, Dr. Hunter, is doing a great job. I can't speak highly enough of the Boy Scouting program. It takes a good boy and makes him a good man.
I know it must sound as though I'm rambling. I say all these things to get to this point. God chose me to write these messages as I have faithfully for almost three years (Aug. 1st is three years). I hope I have served Him and you well in this capacity. Paul and Sharon were chosen to witness for the Lord in ways they never thought possible. They have taken this cancer and turned a negative into a positve in they way they live their lives and support each other. Their family, friends, church family, scout troop, community are privileged to know them.
John was chosen by God long before he became a boy scout to become an Eagle Scout. It wasn't easy to climb the Eagle Trail, but he endured and continued the journey, in part, thanks to these fine men I mentioned earlier and their dedication to be positive role models. I would be remiss if I didn't mention the support from Allen and his Dad (John's dad and grandpa).
God chooses each one of us for a special purpose. We only need ask Him to reveal it to us. The going is rough at times and may include many tears, but the outcome is beyond our imagination. God already knows and we only need to trust Him and obey when He calls upon us. Love overcomes fear.
Take care and thanks so much for being loyal readers. Love, Nan
John 15:16-17
I haven't given up on Nan's Calendar. I haven't had writer's block, either. I can't tell you exactly why I haven't written lately, because I don't know the answer, only that God has been directing my energies elsewhere of late.
Allen, John and I recently visited with Paul and Sharon Lowry as she goes through this time with a brain tumor. They are a tremendous witness for the Lord during this most difficult time in their lives. The Lord has continued to give them strength that goes beyond words to express. My heart goes out to them. Rather than go into much detail here, please keep them lifted in your prayers. They covet your prayers and support.
As well, I have devoted much time and attention to my patients and their prayer needs, especially in the past several weeks. There are also numerous other prayer needs that have been brought to my attention....too numerous to mention individually. Please pray for me, also.
We are heavily into the planning and preparation process for John's upcoming Eagle Scout Court of Honor program and reception following the pinning ceremony. It will be held on Aug. 21st at 7pm. We are honored to be a part of this wonderful Boy Scout Troop 348. Paul Lowry and his brothers Fred and Scott have been such positive influences for John and the other boys in the troop. Their current scoutmaster, Dr. Hunter, is doing a great job. I can't speak highly enough of the Boy Scouting program. It takes a good boy and makes him a good man.
I know it must sound as though I'm rambling. I say all these things to get to this point. God chose me to write these messages as I have faithfully for almost three years (Aug. 1st is three years). I hope I have served Him and you well in this capacity. Paul and Sharon were chosen to witness for the Lord in ways they never thought possible. They have taken this cancer and turned a negative into a positve in they way they live their lives and support each other. Their family, friends, church family, scout troop, community are privileged to know them.
John was chosen by God long before he became a boy scout to become an Eagle Scout. It wasn't easy to climb the Eagle Trail, but he endured and continued the journey, in part, thanks to these fine men I mentioned earlier and their dedication to be positive role models. I would be remiss if I didn't mention the support from Allen and his Dad (John's dad and grandpa).
God chooses each one of us for a special purpose. We only need ask Him to reveal it to us. The going is rough at times and may include many tears, but the outcome is beyond our imagination. God already knows and we only need to trust Him and obey when He calls upon us. Love overcomes fear.
Take care and thanks so much for being loyal readers. Love, Nan
Sunday, July 11, 2010
The Breath of God
If you want to make a difference, you have to be different.
Reverand Billy Graham
The last time I wrote to you was July 2nd. I haven't been idle since then. I have been in deep contemplation. I was profoundly touched by the comment sent to me in response to the message of July 2nd. You will read the comment below. Thank you so much, Anonymous, for taking time to share your honest thoughts and feelings. I appreciate it more than you know.
I believe that Anonymous, in fact, does truly love God. This is evident to me in the statement itself. I have read this comment over and over again. It reminds me of how I interpret a particular verse in the Bible as I read it over and over again. I find it new and more meaningful each time I read it. Glory bumps spring to attention on my arms and my heart is filled.
You may ask, "what does all this have to do with today's title?" The Breath of God is as real as God Himself. We must be still and quiet as we anticipate the presence and nearness of God. We can't see love, but we believe in it. We can't see the wind, but we know the feel of it on our skin. We can't see God, but we know He exists. We can't comprehend the depth of God's love for us or the depth of our love for God, but we know He loves us and we know that we love Him. We must relinquish the so called demands of daily life and surrender our lives to our Creator and His will. It is when we surrender that we have the victory. We hear so much about "don't quit; never give up", but we tend to forget the most important thing of all is to surrender everything to Him. We are to surrender every fiber of our being to God in order to be used for His purposes; His righteous purposes. Yes, it may be necessary to surrender numerous times each day. We are strengthened when we allow God control of every aspect of our lives. When we truly step beyond self and the ego, our Spirit rises and connects with God on that awesome spiritual plane.
Sometimes, we hold back, thinking, " I can surrender everything but my finances. I won't have enough money if I......." You get the picture, right. Truly, the heart of worship is surrender.
I have specific prayer requests tonight. Please continue to lift up Sharon and Paul Lowry as Sharon continues in treatment of a brain tumor. Please pray for Jodie and her family in California. She is in the final stages of cancer, as in recent days, hospice has been called to provide services for her. Please remember my pastor, Mike and his wife, Debbie as they and the doctors try to unravel the mysteries of illness that seems to have no end in sight. Pray for our nation and our world. We are all neighbors. Pray for those who are sad, sick and suffering. Pray for those who don't know the Lord. Plant seeds of hope and allow God the time necessary to see to it that those seeds germinate in fertile soul.
Anonymous said...
I don't think I know how to TRULY love God, but I can be obedient, trying to serve Him with the light I am given through Bible study and prayer. He knows my heart and life better than I do, I think. I have an attitude of gratitude and do what I can where I am with what I have. I pray that others may see Christ in me and want that, too.
July 2, 2010 7:39 AM
Reverand Billy Graham
The last time I wrote to you was July 2nd. I haven't been idle since then. I have been in deep contemplation. I was profoundly touched by the comment sent to me in response to the message of July 2nd. You will read the comment below. Thank you so much, Anonymous, for taking time to share your honest thoughts and feelings. I appreciate it more than you know.
I believe that Anonymous, in fact, does truly love God. This is evident to me in the statement itself. I have read this comment over and over again. It reminds me of how I interpret a particular verse in the Bible as I read it over and over again. I find it new and more meaningful each time I read it. Glory bumps spring to attention on my arms and my heart is filled.
You may ask, "what does all this have to do with today's title?" The Breath of God is as real as God Himself. We must be still and quiet as we anticipate the presence and nearness of God. We can't see love, but we believe in it. We can't see the wind, but we know the feel of it on our skin. We can't see God, but we know He exists. We can't comprehend the depth of God's love for us or the depth of our love for God, but we know He loves us and we know that we love Him. We must relinquish the so called demands of daily life and surrender our lives to our Creator and His will. It is when we surrender that we have the victory. We hear so much about "don't quit; never give up", but we tend to forget the most important thing of all is to surrender everything to Him. We are to surrender every fiber of our being to God in order to be used for His purposes; His righteous purposes. Yes, it may be necessary to surrender numerous times each day. We are strengthened when we allow God control of every aspect of our lives. When we truly step beyond self and the ego, our Spirit rises and connects with God on that awesome spiritual plane.
Sometimes, we hold back, thinking, " I can surrender everything but my finances. I won't have enough money if I......." You get the picture, right. Truly, the heart of worship is surrender.
I have specific prayer requests tonight. Please continue to lift up Sharon and Paul Lowry as Sharon continues in treatment of a brain tumor. Please pray for Jodie and her family in California. She is in the final stages of cancer, as in recent days, hospice has been called to provide services for her. Please remember my pastor, Mike and his wife, Debbie as they and the doctors try to unravel the mysteries of illness that seems to have no end in sight. Pray for our nation and our world. We are all neighbors. Pray for those who are sad, sick and suffering. Pray for those who don't know the Lord. Plant seeds of hope and allow God the time necessary to see to it that those seeds germinate in fertile soul.
Anonymous said...
I don't think I know how to TRULY love God, but I can be obedient, trying to serve Him with the light I am given through Bible study and prayer. He knows my heart and life better than I do, I think. I have an attitude of gratitude and do what I can where I am with what I have. I pray that others may see Christ in me and want that, too.
July 2, 2010 7:39 AM
Friday, July 2, 2010
God smiles when we .........
If the Lord delights in a man's way, he makes his steps firm; though he stumble, he will not fall, for the Lord upholds him with his hand.
Psalm 37:23-24
Many years ago, I didn't see an image in my mind of God smiling at me. I can't explain it, but I understand it. The most important relationship we will ever have is our relationship with Christ. We are to love him with all our heart, and with all our soul, and with all our mind and with all our strength.
When we love God more than anyone or anything else in the world, he knows it. He also knows it when we place anyone or anything else above him. Completely trusting God in all things brings a smile to his face. Absolute trust is vital in this special relationship. Loving God completely and trusting him in all circumstances are ways of worshipping him.
Obeying God's commandments with a happy heart pleases him. Partial obedience is not enough. We all know how the heart swells when we are praised for something we've done. Just imagine the smile on his heavenly face when we praise him. We find joy in our own hearts when we bring joy to the Lord. Obedience and praise are acts of worship.
The best thing I can do for the Lord each day is to be the best me I can be. I know I have been given talents and gifts and it is my pleasure, my duty, my honor to share them with others. I've heard "there's no such thing as try, you either do something or you don't do it." There are specific things God designed us to do. He created man and woman to love each other and be each other's helper and to raise families. We please God when we do the things he designed us to do. Whether we are working, playing, resting, singing, you name it, God knows every detail of our lives. Even when we're asleep, God is watching over us and smiling upon us, because he loves us that much. He is pleased when we use the talents, gifts and abilities he has freely given us.
God smiles as he sees our spiritual growth and development shaping us and moulding us into the children of God we are becoming. I've heard it said "what we are is God's gift to us. What we become is our gift to God."
God directs and God provides. Go with God.
Psalm 37:23-24
Many years ago, I didn't see an image in my mind of God smiling at me. I can't explain it, but I understand it. The most important relationship we will ever have is our relationship with Christ. We are to love him with all our heart, and with all our soul, and with all our mind and with all our strength.
When we love God more than anyone or anything else in the world, he knows it. He also knows it when we place anyone or anything else above him. Completely trusting God in all things brings a smile to his face. Absolute trust is vital in this special relationship. Loving God completely and trusting him in all circumstances are ways of worshipping him.
Obeying God's commandments with a happy heart pleases him. Partial obedience is not enough. We all know how the heart swells when we are praised for something we've done. Just imagine the smile on his heavenly face when we praise him. We find joy in our own hearts when we bring joy to the Lord. Obedience and praise are acts of worship.
The best thing I can do for the Lord each day is to be the best me I can be. I know I have been given talents and gifts and it is my pleasure, my duty, my honor to share them with others. I've heard "there's no such thing as try, you either do something or you don't do it." There are specific things God designed us to do. He created man and woman to love each other and be each other's helper and to raise families. We please God when we do the things he designed us to do. Whether we are working, playing, resting, singing, you name it, God knows every detail of our lives. Even when we're asleep, God is watching over us and smiling upon us, because he loves us that much. He is pleased when we use the talents, gifts and abilities he has freely given us.
God smiles as he sees our spiritual growth and development shaping us and moulding us into the children of God we are becoming. I've heard it said "what we are is God's gift to us. What we become is our gift to God."
God directs and God provides. Go with God.
Thursday, July 1, 2010
Worshiping In The Berry Patch
Anything you do that brings pleasure to God is an act of worship.
Rick Warren
I am a natural born picker. I have always loved to get my hands on anything that is ripe for the picking, whether it is cucumbers, beans, berries; you name it! God is pleased when I'm out there partaking of the natural produce He has abundantly provided. Yes, berry picking is an act of worship. In fact, preparing some delectable treat with the berries is a secondary pleasure for me. I am happy to gather the crop and give the bounty to anyone who needs it or wants it. I simply love to gather fruit and produce. God freely provides us with this bountiful crop and I am pleasing (worshipping) God as I gather it in my bucket. It's not about me, really. It's about God. As I offer my time, energy and effort to pick berries, etc, I am fully in the moment. All worries or negativity leaves me. Sure, my fingers get pricked from the thorns in the blackberry thicket, but I don't consider that to be a deterent. I pick those berries with passion and commitment. I walk round and round that thicket trying to make sure I don't miss any ripe berries. Passion and commitment.....that is what true worship is about. I didn't set the plants in the ground. God saw to it that the plants came up out of the ground and became fruitful. I am thankful for the opportunity to commune with God and nature and be a part of something very special. Yes, berry picking is special. I dedicate my berry picking to God and I am aware of His presence as I pluck the ripe, juicy berries. Anything we do, whether it is a mundane chore or difficult task, is an act of worship when we do it for the glory of God and are keenly aware of His presence at the time. In fact, the mundane aspect of the chore disappears when we turn our perspective toward God. It is a privilege to be alive. It is a privilege to have work to do. It is a blessing that we are able to perform any task, large or small.
Sometimes we misunderstand and misuse the word worship. Worshipping is not for us. It is for God. There are far too many facets of worship to cover in this message. The bottom line is this: whatever you do, do it in spirit and truth, and do it all for the glory of God.
Do something today that brings a smile to God. Trust me, you will sense the glow on God's face when you do!
Rick Warren
I am a natural born picker. I have always loved to get my hands on anything that is ripe for the picking, whether it is cucumbers, beans, berries; you name it! God is pleased when I'm out there partaking of the natural produce He has abundantly provided. Yes, berry picking is an act of worship. In fact, preparing some delectable treat with the berries is a secondary pleasure for me. I am happy to gather the crop and give the bounty to anyone who needs it or wants it. I simply love to gather fruit and produce. God freely provides us with this bountiful crop and I am pleasing (worshipping) God as I gather it in my bucket. It's not about me, really. It's about God. As I offer my time, energy and effort to pick berries, etc, I am fully in the moment. All worries or negativity leaves me. Sure, my fingers get pricked from the thorns in the blackberry thicket, but I don't consider that to be a deterent. I pick those berries with passion and commitment. I walk round and round that thicket trying to make sure I don't miss any ripe berries. Passion and commitment.....that is what true worship is about. I didn't set the plants in the ground. God saw to it that the plants came up out of the ground and became fruitful. I am thankful for the opportunity to commune with God and nature and be a part of something very special. Yes, berry picking is special. I dedicate my berry picking to God and I am aware of His presence as I pluck the ripe, juicy berries. Anything we do, whether it is a mundane chore or difficult task, is an act of worship when we do it for the glory of God and are keenly aware of His presence at the time. In fact, the mundane aspect of the chore disappears when we turn our perspective toward God. It is a privilege to be alive. It is a privilege to have work to do. It is a blessing that we are able to perform any task, large or small.
Sometimes we misunderstand and misuse the word worship. Worshipping is not for us. It is for God. There are far too many facets of worship to cover in this message. The bottom line is this: whatever you do, do it in spirit and truth, and do it all for the glory of God.
Do something today that brings a smile to God. Trust me, you will sense the glow on God's face when you do!
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