Welcome!
Can you believe we’re almost in August?
I heard my entire life, and perhaps you did too, that the older you get the quicker time seems to pass.
A recent run-in with one of Brian’s past co-workers who retired several years ago painted the picture of time in a whole new light for us. Brian commented that he still had fifteen years to go before retirement. Without hesitation, the man solemnly looked at Brian and said, “I’d rather be fifteen years younger and working.”
One, looking forward to not having to work 40+ hours a week, and the other, ready to trade that benefit in an instant to be Brian’s age again. It was obvious the retiree had given much thought to his declaration.
I don’t know about you, but too often I find myself waiting for that next benchmark in life to do, feel, or say something but none of us are promised that next reference point.
Today is the day to do, feel, and say.
Heavenly Father,
Your Word tells us to number our days,
for when we do, we grow in wisdom.
Thank You for those who unexpectedly cross our path,
reminding us to take hold of life where we are today—
to enjoy it, and to thank You for it.
Amen.
Father, will you steep Your Word deeply into our soul?
What is your life? For you are a mist that appears for a little time and then vanishes. James 4:14
Yet
you do not know what your life will be like tomorrow. You are just a
vapor that appears for a little while and then vanishes away. – See more
at:
http://bible.knowing-jesus.com/topics/Life,-Brevity-Of#sthash.0hz3HHro.dpuf
you do not know what your life will be like tomorrow. You are just a
vapor that appears for a little while and then vanishes away. – See more
at:
http://bible.knowing-jesus.com/topics/Life,-Brevity-Of#sthash.0hz3HHro.dpuf
Is there one particular word from the above scripture you feel
led to “sip” on, meditate on, throughout this week?
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I choose the word appears. It reminds me that I’m simply a sojourner, a mere dot on the line of eternity. Life is like a blink of the eye regardless of the years lived.
Before
we bring our time to a close, you may want to consider one tangible way to “pour”
out His truth in response to the word(s) chosen above.
Thanks for stopping by today at Sharing Life Together…One Sip At A Time. Would
you consider joining in the conversation by leaving your “word” in the comment box? Blessings!
you consider joining in the conversation by leaving your “word” in the comment box? Blessings!
He
does not delight in the strength of the horse; He does not take
pleasure in the legs of a man. The LORD favors those who fear Him, Those
who wait for His lovingkindness. – See more at:
http://bible.knowing-jesus.com/topics/Delight,-God-Expressing#sthash.MnlQbRF6.dpuf
does not delight in the strength of the horse; He does not take
pleasure in the legs of a man. The LORD favors those who fear Him, Those
who wait for His lovingkindness. – See more at:
http://bible.knowing-jesus.com/topics/Delight,-God-Expressing#sthash.MnlQbRF6.dpuf
So teach us to number our days
that we may get a heart of wisdom.
Psalm 90:12
(A special thanks to Lori Roeleveld for her help on today’s title. Visit her insightful blog @ Lori Roeleveld.)
Truth be known, Cathy, I have too many regrets to fret over at this point in my life.
I wish I had been kinder. I wish I had paid more attention. I with I had said "I love you" more often.
I can make amends with those who are available. I can try to find those who aren't and make amends with them. But whether they respond or whether they don't, I turn to the Father for His forgiveness and peace. That helps me put those past regrets away and live in His light today. Thank you for the reminder!
Thanks for sharing, Vonda. 🙂
We can become weighed down by looking back as well as "living for the future" on this side of heaven. Today is the day that the Lord hath made. I will rejoice and be glad in it!