4-30-11 Saturday, 7:48 am Springfield, 59 and sunny.
Thank you Lord for this beautiful morning. The coffee is delicious and I am well rested and ready for the day. Guide my mind, my heart, my hands and feet as I serve you with joy as a steward of time, energy and creation.
The royal wedding yesterday had a much greater spiritual emphasis than I anticipated in my morning blog yesterday. The sermon was my favorite part, and with much rewinding of the video I was able to transcribe the part that was said so well:
The Right Reverend Richard Chartres, Bishop of London preached the sermon:
“As the reality of God has faded from so many lives in the west, there’s been a corresponding inflation of expectations that personal relations alone will supply meaning and happiness in life. This is to load our partner with too great a burden. We’re all incomplete, we all need the love which is secure, rather than oppressive. We need mutual forgiveness in order to thrive. And as we move towards our partner in love, following the example of Jesus Christ, the Holy Spirit is quickened with us, and can increasingly fill our lives with light.”
One of my goals is to keep the reality of God from fading in my life, and in the lives of those in which I have influence. As I am reading through the book of Judges with the One Year Bible, I recognize that the people of Israel experienced cycles of knowing and trusting God, then peace and prosperity, then a disregard for God (His reality fading from their lives) followed by defeat and misery. I am also reading the personal story of Vasil Zavgorodniy, My Crucible of Suffering, about his faith journey through imprisonment in the USSR in during the 1970s and 80s. His faith is victorious and joyous as he suffers at the hands of the state, and the reality of God is fresh and brightly burning in his life.
Judges 11:1-12:15
Chapter 11 contains the tragic account of Jephthah of Gilead. He was a great warrior, expelled by his half brothers who were threatened by him. When the Ammonites began to war against Israel, seeking to recover their land lost 300 years previous when Joshua was leading Israel, the people of Gilead sent for Jephthah, and made him their leader. “Jephthah made a vow to the Lord. He said ‘if you give me victory over the Ammonites, I will give to the Lord whatever comes out of my house to meet me when I return in Triumph. I will sacrifice it as a burnt offering.” (11:30-31)
After his victory, his daughter, his only child came out to meet him, playing on a tambourine and dancing for joy. Jephthah tore his clothes, and kept his vow. He let his daughter go for two months with her friends, then he sacrificed her. This is such a tragic event. It has always seemd to me that Jephthah sinned twice – first by his rash vow, and secondly by sacrificing his daughter. He should have absorbed his own mistake, sparred her life and suffered whatever God would have done to him for breaking that rash vow. Instead, he sacrificed his daughter, starting a tradition that the young women of Israel would go away for 4 days, remembering the plight of Jephthah’s daughter.
Chapter 12 names several judges without describing much of their lives. This list includes Ibzan, Elon, and Abdon. As I daily record my thoughts and activities, my hope is that in the future pastors and other spiritual leaders will benefit from this account of my brief life as a pastor in Missouri.
Guide me Holy Lord on this beautiful Saturday in April as I serve the risen Savior, fully conscious of Your reality in my life and in this world today.
Saturday, April 30, 2011
Friday, April 29, 2011
April 29, 2011
4-29-11 Friday, 4:09 am Springfield, 44 degrees, clear and calm
I awoke with a start this morning around 3:00, hearing something that sounded like a low laughter. All of us in Springfield are a little jumpy following the double homicide a few days ago of an elderly, Godly couple by an apparent home invader with a knife. My adrenaline kicked in and I laid there awake, thinking about evil, the murders, and also the royal wedding of prince William and Katherine Middleton which is happening right now in London. So, I am up and at um. No sign of home invaders, and the wedding is still about an hour away. Also today is the launch of the next-to-last mission of the Space Shuttle program, which began while I was in seminary in the early 1980s.
Judges 9:22 – 10:18
Continuing from yesterday’s reading, Abimelech is opposed by Gaal and fighting erupts. The result is that Abimelech defeats Gaal and the people of Shechem he is leading. Shechem is destroyed and the ground covered with salt. Abimelech is killed while attacking the tower in Thebez, as a woman dropped a millstone off the roof. He was mortally wounded, and had his young armor bearer kill him with his sword so that he would not die at the hands of a woman.
Tola “is the next person to rescue Israel” (10:1) He serves for 23 years, and then Jair judges Israel for 22 years. Then the people of Israel “abandoned the Lord and no longer served him at all” (10:6) Much trouble followed for the people of Israel.
It is clear that to abandon the Lord is to bring trouble. And, the gods of this world are always so attractive. As the royal wedding is currently taking place in Westminster Abbey, I am pondering the godlessness of that society, with all the images of Christianity, but the lack of evidence in lives surrendered to the Lordship of Christ. The language used in the wedding will be Biblical, historical and traditional. It will be interesting to see how the lives of this young couple reflect the love and the life of Christ.
Lord, may my life today in Springfield bring you glory, laud and honor, to thee redeemer king! I am yours, take my thoughts, my actions, and use them in your divine service. Guard me from the allure of the gods of this world. Thank you for the birds that are beginning to sing, and all the eggs in nests that will hatch with new life in the days to come.
I awoke with a start this morning around 3:00, hearing something that sounded like a low laughter. All of us in Springfield are a little jumpy following the double homicide a few days ago of an elderly, Godly couple by an apparent home invader with a knife. My adrenaline kicked in and I laid there awake, thinking about evil, the murders, and also the royal wedding of prince William and Katherine Middleton which is happening right now in London. So, I am up and at um. No sign of home invaders, and the wedding is still about an hour away. Also today is the launch of the next-to-last mission of the Space Shuttle program, which began while I was in seminary in the early 1980s.
Judges 9:22 – 10:18
Continuing from yesterday’s reading, Abimelech is opposed by Gaal and fighting erupts. The result is that Abimelech defeats Gaal and the people of Shechem he is leading. Shechem is destroyed and the ground covered with salt. Abimelech is killed while attacking the tower in Thebez, as a woman dropped a millstone off the roof. He was mortally wounded, and had his young armor bearer kill him with his sword so that he would not die at the hands of a woman.
Tola “is the next person to rescue Israel” (10:1) He serves for 23 years, and then Jair judges Israel for 22 years. Then the people of Israel “abandoned the Lord and no longer served him at all” (10:6) Much trouble followed for the people of Israel.
It is clear that to abandon the Lord is to bring trouble. And, the gods of this world are always so attractive. As the royal wedding is currently taking place in Westminster Abbey, I am pondering the godlessness of that society, with all the images of Christianity, but the lack of evidence in lives surrendered to the Lordship of Christ. The language used in the wedding will be Biblical, historical and traditional. It will be interesting to see how the lives of this young couple reflect the love and the life of Christ.
Lord, may my life today in Springfield bring you glory, laud and honor, to thee redeemer king! I am yours, take my thoughts, my actions, and use them in your divine service. Guard me from the allure of the gods of this world. Thank you for the birds that are beginning to sing, and all the eggs in nests that will hatch with new life in the days to come.
Thursday, April 28, 2011
April 28, 2011
4-28-11 Thursday, 5:45 am Springfield, 42 degrees, clear!
The rain has finally stopped, and the sun will shine today. The cloudy, misty, rainy weather that has persisted has felt like London, which is where Kate Middleton will wed prince William at Westminster Abbey tomorrow. His mother, Princess Diana was killed on Aug 31, 1997, and the eyes of the whole world are on this couple and their wedding.
Today I lead session 17 of the Peer Mentoring group. We will discuss the book Shaped by God’s Heart – The Passions and Practices of Missional Churches by Milfred Minatrea. I have some time this morning to review this book and prepare for the discussion. I benefit from teaching a book study to other pastors, as I have the opportunity to apply it to my work at Wesley.
Judges 8:18- 9:21
Gideon kills Zebah and Zalmunna, kings he has captured. The Israelites live in peace for the 40 remaining years of Gideon’s life. He has 70 sons, including Abimelech, who after Gideon’s death is favored by the people of Shechem, and he kills all but one of his half brothers. Jotham, the one surviving son of Gideon rebukes Abimelech and the citizens of Shechem with a story about a time the trees decided to choose a king. The olive tree refused to be their king, because he would have to quit producing the olive oil that blesses both God and people. The fig tree and the grape vine refused for the same reasons. Then all the trees finally turned to the thornbush which agreed to be king.
This scripture teaches how people often make poor choices when they choose their own leaders. It could also teach that often the best leaders are too focused on their own settings, and cannot see the larger good for which they could make sacrificial, servant leadership investments of their own lives. I am not sure how this scripture applies to my life. One application is that it affirms that the appointment system used by the United Methodist church to deploy pastors has merit over the call system, as when a local church calls its pastor, there are thornbushes that sometimes are placed in positions where people get burned.
Guide me today, most Holy Lord as I serve and lead your people. Guide us in the decision whether or not to host the UCO from Azusa Pacific at Wesley in two weeks. Be thou my vision, o Lord of my heart, naught be all else to me save that thou art. Thou my best thought, by day or by night, waking or sleeping thy presence my light
The rain has finally stopped, and the sun will shine today. The cloudy, misty, rainy weather that has persisted has felt like London, which is where Kate Middleton will wed prince William at Westminster Abbey tomorrow. His mother, Princess Diana was killed on Aug 31, 1997, and the eyes of the whole world are on this couple and their wedding.
Today I lead session 17 of the Peer Mentoring group. We will discuss the book Shaped by God’s Heart – The Passions and Practices of Missional Churches by Milfred Minatrea. I have some time this morning to review this book and prepare for the discussion. I benefit from teaching a book study to other pastors, as I have the opportunity to apply it to my work at Wesley.
Judges 8:18- 9:21
Gideon kills Zebah and Zalmunna, kings he has captured. The Israelites live in peace for the 40 remaining years of Gideon’s life. He has 70 sons, including Abimelech, who after Gideon’s death is favored by the people of Shechem, and he kills all but one of his half brothers. Jotham, the one surviving son of Gideon rebukes Abimelech and the citizens of Shechem with a story about a time the trees decided to choose a king. The olive tree refused to be their king, because he would have to quit producing the olive oil that blesses both God and people. The fig tree and the grape vine refused for the same reasons. Then all the trees finally turned to the thornbush which agreed to be king.
This scripture teaches how people often make poor choices when they choose their own leaders. It could also teach that often the best leaders are too focused on their own settings, and cannot see the larger good for which they could make sacrificial, servant leadership investments of their own lives. I am not sure how this scripture applies to my life. One application is that it affirms that the appointment system used by the United Methodist church to deploy pastors has merit over the call system, as when a local church calls its pastor, there are thornbushes that sometimes are placed in positions where people get burned.
Guide me today, most Holy Lord as I serve and lead your people. Guide us in the decision whether or not to host the UCO from Azusa Pacific at Wesley in two weeks. Be thou my vision, o Lord of my heart, naught be all else to me save that thou art. Thou my best thought, by day or by night, waking or sleeping thy presence my light
Wednesday, April 27, 2011
April 27, 2011
4-27-11 Wednesday, 6:15 am Springfield, 51 degrees, cloudy, storms forecasted for today.
This is a very interesting weather pattern occurring. We have had more than a week of storms, and they are predicted for the next several days. Flooding is widespread, and will only get worse. I was able to ride the Kawasaki to church yesterday, but took the car back in the evening for the life group leaders’ banquet. Our day with Doug Anderson was quiet fruitful. He is a very good consultant/coach.
Judges 7:1 – 8:17
The story of Gideon continues. After testing God with the fleece, twice, he leads the men into battle. God tells him that he has too many soldiers, and if they defeated the Midians, they would “boast to Me that they saved themselves by their own strength” (verse 2). This is a danger and problem down through history, and especially prevalent in my generation. God’s instructions to Gideon whittled his army down to 300 men. When they defeated the 135,000 man army, it was clear that God truly had been the one who gave the victory.
In the aftermath of this tremendous victory, there were petty personal issues. For example, the people of Ephraim complained that he did not send for them when he first went out to battle. He noted that the leftover grapes of Ephraim’s harvest were better than the entire crop from his little clan. He pointed out that “God gave you victory over Oreb and Zeeb … what have I accomplished compared to that?” (8:2-3) He also had trouble with the officials in the towns of Succoth and Peniel, who refused to give his 300 exhausted men provisions until they actually captured the enemy. Gideon would return to these towns after he captured Zebah and Zalmunna and punish the leaders in Succoth, and kill all the men in Peniel.
My takeaway this morning is twofold: God is powerful and is the one who accomplishes great victory, even though humans are very prone to take credit for their own salvation; secondly, even in the midst of the great working of God among the people there is pettiness, selfishness, and complaining. Guide my steps today, most Holy Lord as I walk into this day aware of your great power, and also of my tendency to trust in my own strength, to have difficulty believing You are up to a great miraculous work, and that even so, people will complain and be petty.
This is a very interesting weather pattern occurring. We have had more than a week of storms, and they are predicted for the next several days. Flooding is widespread, and will only get worse. I was able to ride the Kawasaki to church yesterday, but took the car back in the evening for the life group leaders’ banquet. Our day with Doug Anderson was quiet fruitful. He is a very good consultant/coach.
Judges 7:1 – 8:17
The story of Gideon continues. After testing God with the fleece, twice, he leads the men into battle. God tells him that he has too many soldiers, and if they defeated the Midians, they would “boast to Me that they saved themselves by their own strength” (verse 2). This is a danger and problem down through history, and especially prevalent in my generation. God’s instructions to Gideon whittled his army down to 300 men. When they defeated the 135,000 man army, it was clear that God truly had been the one who gave the victory.
In the aftermath of this tremendous victory, there were petty personal issues. For example, the people of Ephraim complained that he did not send for them when he first went out to battle. He noted that the leftover grapes of Ephraim’s harvest were better than the entire crop from his little clan. He pointed out that “God gave you victory over Oreb and Zeeb … what have I accomplished compared to that?” (8:2-3) He also had trouble with the officials in the towns of Succoth and Peniel, who refused to give his 300 exhausted men provisions until they actually captured the enemy. Gideon would return to these towns after he captured Zebah and Zalmunna and punish the leaders in Succoth, and kill all the men in Peniel.
My takeaway this morning is twofold: God is powerful and is the one who accomplishes great victory, even though humans are very prone to take credit for their own salvation; secondly, even in the midst of the great working of God among the people there is pettiness, selfishness, and complaining. Guide my steps today, most Holy Lord as I walk into this day aware of your great power, and also of my tendency to trust in my own strength, to have difficulty believing You are up to a great miraculous work, and that even so, people will complain and be petty.
Tuesday, April 26, 2011
April 26, 2011
4-26-11 Tuesday, 5:48 am Springfield, 55 degrees, cloudy, wind 12 mph from the west
The birds are singing (chirping) loudly in these predawn moments. How do they know the sun is about to rise? The weatherman (Brandon Beck) is predicting partly sunny today, high at 67 and more rain tomorrow. The roads are flooded around Springfield with many schools closed because of the flooding. It is interesting to observe the high water and all its consequences. Last night we took Bethany to the airport, bound for LA, and we already miss her. We had a great week together, and Easter weekend was especially meaningful with David and Danelle visiting, and Easter lunch with the Collettes.
Today I have a full day with Doug Anderson in town. He is our coach through the HCI process and very insightful as we move forward. He was here in February, and will return in a couple of months. I will get to the office early, write my pastor’s pen, review staff job descriptions and prepare for our work this week. Tonight we have a banquet for the life group leaders, and Doug will speak to us about small groups in the church.
Judges 6
The Israelites did evil in the sight of the Lord, building altars to Baal and erecting Asherah poles. The angel of the Lord came to Opherah where Gideon was grinding grain down in a winepress so the nasty Midianites wouldn’t come and take it. The angel says to Gideon “mighty hero, the Lord is with you.” Gideon asks him where all the miracles are spoken about by his ancestors. He states “But now the Lord has abandoned us and handed us over to the Midianites.”
God is getting ready to perform another miracle through this youngest member of the weakest clan. Gideon will test God’s will with a fleece a couple of times, and God confirms to Gideon his plan.
I believe God is going before us in 2011 and continues to work his will through us. Reading this chapter gives me a great sense of expectancy of what God will yet do. I am also reminded to pay special attention to guard against the cultural creep that would entice believers to trust in the gods of those around us who do not worship and serve the one God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ.
I am yours today, and everyday Lord. I will live today with the expectation that you continue to work your wondrous plan through your people, leading, empowering, and equipping. Guide me today as a pastor in Springfield to hear your word, and to do your will, taking the risks that you intend, for the advancement of your kingdom.
The birds are singing (chirping) loudly in these predawn moments. How do they know the sun is about to rise? The weatherman (Brandon Beck) is predicting partly sunny today, high at 67 and more rain tomorrow. The roads are flooded around Springfield with many schools closed because of the flooding. It is interesting to observe the high water and all its consequences. Last night we took Bethany to the airport, bound for LA, and we already miss her. We had a great week together, and Easter weekend was especially meaningful with David and Danelle visiting, and Easter lunch with the Collettes.
Today I have a full day with Doug Anderson in town. He is our coach through the HCI process and very insightful as we move forward. He was here in February, and will return in a couple of months. I will get to the office early, write my pastor’s pen, review staff job descriptions and prepare for our work this week. Tonight we have a banquet for the life group leaders, and Doug will speak to us about small groups in the church.
Judges 6
The Israelites did evil in the sight of the Lord, building altars to Baal and erecting Asherah poles. The angel of the Lord came to Opherah where Gideon was grinding grain down in a winepress so the nasty Midianites wouldn’t come and take it. The angel says to Gideon “mighty hero, the Lord is with you.” Gideon asks him where all the miracles are spoken about by his ancestors. He states “But now the Lord has abandoned us and handed us over to the Midianites.”
God is getting ready to perform another miracle through this youngest member of the weakest clan. Gideon will test God’s will with a fleece a couple of times, and God confirms to Gideon his plan.
I believe God is going before us in 2011 and continues to work his will through us. Reading this chapter gives me a great sense of expectancy of what God will yet do. I am also reminded to pay special attention to guard against the cultural creep that would entice believers to trust in the gods of those around us who do not worship and serve the one God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ.
I am yours today, and everyday Lord. I will live today with the expectation that you continue to work your wondrous plan through your people, leading, empowering, and equipping. Guide me today as a pastor in Springfield to hear your word, and to do your will, taking the risks that you intend, for the advancement of your kingdom.
Monday, April 25, 2011
April 25, 2011
4-25-11 Monday, 5:53 am Springfield, 55 degrees, rain.
Yesterday was a very special Easter Sunday. I had the privilege of preaching at the Springfield community sunrise service at Hammons ballpark. The rain held off just long enough for us to be dry, and I challenged Springfield to allow God to redeem the lynchings of 1906 by making Springfield the most welcoming community in the country. It was a good service, and Bethany said it might have been my best Easter message ever. Throughout the additional 4 services at Wesley we had strong attendance even though it rained much of the morning. After Easter dinner at our house I was exhausted and enjoyed an afternoon nap.
Today is Bethany’s last day here, as we take her to the airport tonight. Audrey flies out to L.A. a week from today in preparation of Bethany’s graduation. I will complete an online course for my updated airport badge, read, and putter around in the garage and basement. Tomorrow our HCI consultant comes to town for a day of meetings.
Judges 4:1 – 5:31
Following Ehud’s death, the Israelites again did evil in the Lord’s sight and He gave them over into the hand of King Jabin, a Canaanite. Sisera was the commander of his army, which included 900 chariots. Deborah was a prophet judging Israel at that time. God used her and Barak, along with 10,000 warriors from the tribes of Naphatil and Zebulun to defeat the Canaanite army. Seeking rest, Sisera was killed by Jael, the wife of Heber with a hammer and tent peg as he slept in her tent.
Chapter 5 is the song of Deborah and Barak. Verse two says “Israel’s leaders took charge, and the people gladly followed. Praise the Lord!” During the period of the judges in Israel, there was intermittent leadership. People going their own way, which resulted in disobeying God and defeat to neighboring enemies were followed by God raising up a judge to lead the people. I observe that in the church, when the leaders take charge, and the people gladly follow, there is great spiritual growth.
Guide me today, most holy Lord as I seek to be the leader you have called me to be. Guard me from any hesitancy to actively seek your will and call others to follow in the spiritual battle to build your kingdom in this generation. May this day of rest be healing and a preparation for the week that follows.
Yesterday was a very special Easter Sunday. I had the privilege of preaching at the Springfield community sunrise service at Hammons ballpark. The rain held off just long enough for us to be dry, and I challenged Springfield to allow God to redeem the lynchings of 1906 by making Springfield the most welcoming community in the country. It was a good service, and Bethany said it might have been my best Easter message ever. Throughout the additional 4 services at Wesley we had strong attendance even though it rained much of the morning. After Easter dinner at our house I was exhausted and enjoyed an afternoon nap.
Today is Bethany’s last day here, as we take her to the airport tonight. Audrey flies out to L.A. a week from today in preparation of Bethany’s graduation. I will complete an online course for my updated airport badge, read, and putter around in the garage and basement. Tomorrow our HCI consultant comes to town for a day of meetings.
Judges 4:1 – 5:31
Following Ehud’s death, the Israelites again did evil in the Lord’s sight and He gave them over into the hand of King Jabin, a Canaanite. Sisera was the commander of his army, which included 900 chariots. Deborah was a prophet judging Israel at that time. God used her and Barak, along with 10,000 warriors from the tribes of Naphatil and Zebulun to defeat the Canaanite army. Seeking rest, Sisera was killed by Jael, the wife of Heber with a hammer and tent peg as he slept in her tent.
Chapter 5 is the song of Deborah and Barak. Verse two says “Israel’s leaders took charge, and the people gladly followed. Praise the Lord!” During the period of the judges in Israel, there was intermittent leadership. People going their own way, which resulted in disobeying God and defeat to neighboring enemies were followed by God raising up a judge to lead the people. I observe that in the church, when the leaders take charge, and the people gladly follow, there is great spiritual growth.
Guide me today, most holy Lord as I seek to be the leader you have called me to be. Guard me from any hesitancy to actively seek your will and call others to follow in the spiritual battle to build your kingdom in this generation. May this day of rest be healing and a preparation for the week that follows.
Saturday, April 23, 2011
April 23, 2011
4-23-11 Saturday, 7:34 am Springfield, 55 degrees, stormy.
Fierce storms throughout the area, including a tornado that struck Lambert Field in St. Louis, breaking out terminal windows. The sky here is gray with a touch of green illuminated by the occasion flash of lightening accompanied by a roll of thunder. We will go out for a family breakfast this morning, and spend the day getting ready for Easter. I will be working on my message, and prayerfully preparing for the celebration of the resurrection.
Matthew 28
Verses 1-10 are the text for my Easter sermon. The women come to the tomb, find terrified guards with an angel sitting on the rolled away stone. This angel of the Lord’s appearance was like lightening, and his garment as white as snow. The angel said to the women “do not be afraid, I know that your are looking for Jesus who has been crucified. He is not here, for He is risen, just as He said.
Powerful images from that moment in history when the dawn of resurrection power and grace was beginning! Each Easter we remember the glorious discovery of the empty tomb, and down through history millions have experienced newness of life through Jesus Christ. Last night after the 7 pm Good Friday service we had a special time with the confirmands, their parents and mentors in the sanctuary and at the altar, as they each had the opportunity to say Yes to God’s invitation for pardon, salvation, and Lordship.
Reading this scripture this morning reminds me of the reality of Christ, risen from the dead, reigning over nature, kingdoms, history, the universe. I desire during my brief earthly life to follow Him faithfully, to live fully in His grace, to love completely as He did, and to be oriented toward His eternal kingdom every day of this temperal life. I am your 55 year old servant. Use me according to your plan and purpose for today, and prepare me for tomorrow.
Fierce storms throughout the area, including a tornado that struck Lambert Field in St. Louis, breaking out terminal windows. The sky here is gray with a touch of green illuminated by the occasion flash of lightening accompanied by a roll of thunder. We will go out for a family breakfast this morning, and spend the day getting ready for Easter. I will be working on my message, and prayerfully preparing for the celebration of the resurrection.
Matthew 28
Verses 1-10 are the text for my Easter sermon. The women come to the tomb, find terrified guards with an angel sitting on the rolled away stone. This angel of the Lord’s appearance was like lightening, and his garment as white as snow. The angel said to the women “do not be afraid, I know that your are looking for Jesus who has been crucified. He is not here, for He is risen, just as He said.
Powerful images from that moment in history when the dawn of resurrection power and grace was beginning! Each Easter we remember the glorious discovery of the empty tomb, and down through history millions have experienced newness of life through Jesus Christ. Last night after the 7 pm Good Friday service we had a special time with the confirmands, their parents and mentors in the sanctuary and at the altar, as they each had the opportunity to say Yes to God’s invitation for pardon, salvation, and Lordship.
Reading this scripture this morning reminds me of the reality of Christ, risen from the dead, reigning over nature, kingdoms, history, the universe. I desire during my brief earthly life to follow Him faithfully, to live fully in His grace, to love completely as He did, and to be oriented toward His eternal kingdom every day of this temperal life. I am your 55 year old servant. Use me according to your plan and purpose for today, and prepare me for tomorrow.
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