Seeking safer paths…

{NOTE: Recently I’ve spent glorious time with my mom traveling in South Africa. Focusing attention there has led to fewer Christian Playbook posts, despite my best intentions. Perhaps one bonus of the trip is that upcoming devotionals – like the one below – may have an even more global perspective…}

Surveying the South African landscape, one can’t help but be pleased by God’s creation. In particular, the creatures here are beautiful and incredible.

But amidst the beauty, the “circle of life” looms. Watching impala cautiously seeking safe paths in the African landscape, it’s easy to understand the frightening environment for animals.

Sadly, many people have similar experiences of instability. The good news is that we humans have the opportunity to support one another plus enjoy a faith-filled life before, during and after these challenging moments. With our faith-based community at the ready, we can more easily lean into life regardless of what comes our way!

ACTION: can you identify someone in your circle of influence who may need a little extra support? Make contact with him/her today and consider ways you can provide a little safer and/or more enjoyable path for that person…

May you enjoy this day with the power of an elephant, the attention of an impala and filled with the Spirit!


Lectionary Texts for this Sunday, October 8, 2017:


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