2/1/16
All glory and praise be to God for the beautiful and abundant showers of rain He has sent us over the last few months. In our area of the state the rain has been plentiful, yet gentle, and interspersed with dry days. This has allowed the water to soak into the earth so as to prevent flooding. What a merciful and gracious God! I feel that this rain has been in response to the prayers of God's people. So many have been asking the Lord to relieve the drought in California.
That being said, I would also like to thank the Father of Lights for the sunshine he has sent us today. As it has been grey and cloudy for the last two weeks, I realize how much I do appreciate the sunshine. I am energized and my spirits are lifted by its brightness and warmth. I was able to have my devotional time outdoors this morning. It was such a joy to be worshipping the Lord while basking in the morning light. I suddenly apprehended what a gift sunshine is to us and to all of God's plant and animal kingdoms. The greenery seems to reach up in gratitude and satisfaction toward the sun. The birds sing a glorious song whenever the sun shines brightly. It is as if all creation gives praise and thanksgiving for the gift of the sun.
While pondering these notions, the thought came to me that the Heavenly Father has also sent us the gift of His Son.Though spelled differently, the word Son as relates to Jesus Christ is in many ways similar to the bright star in the sky which we term the sun. Both are life giving. Both bring energy, joy, warmth, and light. The gift of Jesus affords us much more however. Christ's death and resurrection provide atonement for our sins and right standing before the Father. The sacrifice of God's Son Jesus offers us peace, healing, provision, protection, and most importantly eternal life!
As Valentine's Day approaches with its thoughts of love, let's remember to thank our Creator for the love he has shown to humanity by sending his only son Jesus. The ultimate love God has demonstrated is indeed a priceless gift and worthy of our commemoration this Valentines season.
This month let's share God's love by praying for the lost and reaching out to them with the Living Word however the Holy Spirit leads.
"Ask ye of the Lord rain in the time of the latter rain;
so shall the Lord make bright clouds, and give them showers of rain,
to every one grass in the field."
Zechariah 10:1
At any rate all thanksgiving and honor goes to the King of Kings and Lord of Lords!
That being said, I would also like to thank the Father of Lights for the sunshine he has sent us today. As it has been grey and cloudy for the last two weeks, I realize how much I do appreciate the sunshine. I am energized and my spirits are lifted by its brightness and warmth. I was able to have my devotional time outdoors this morning. It was such a joy to be worshipping the Lord while basking in the morning light. I suddenly apprehended what a gift sunshine is to us and to all of God's plant and animal kingdoms. The greenery seems to reach up in gratitude and satisfaction toward the sun. The birds sing a glorious song whenever the sun shines brightly. It is as if all creation gives praise and thanksgiving for the gift of the sun.While pondering these notions, the thought came to me that the Heavenly Father has also sent us the gift of His Son.Though spelled differently, the word Son as relates to Jesus Christ is in many ways similar to the bright star in the sky which we term the sun. Both are life giving. Both bring energy, joy, warmth, and light. The gift of Jesus affords us much more however. Christ's death and resurrection provide atonement for our sins and right standing before the Father. The sacrifice of God's Son Jesus offers us peace, healing, provision, protection, and most importantly eternal life!
"For God so loved the world that He gave
His one and only Son, that whoever believes in Him
shall not perish but have eternal life."
John 3:16
This month let's share God's love by praying for the lost and reaching out to them with the Living Word however the Holy Spirit leads.
By Cathy Friberg
God in His unbounded love for His human creations has given us a universe of beauty to enjoy and to support us. To Him His Son became human to shine on us allowing us to spend eternity in paradise. Now this is LOVE!
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