Rejoice always, pray continually, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus. ~ 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 (New International Version)
Focus begins on the Advent devotional The Gift of the PRESENT (downloadable version HERE, plus email option). We are most grateful to Society of St. Andrew for providing this resource!
Today’s author, Chris Suerdieck, provides commentary about afflictions and still thanking God. Chris mentions:
“Advent is a reminder not to worry about tomorrow. Certainly, I am learning that no amount of worrying will change present circumstances.”
Isn’t that a reason to rejoice, pray and give thanks?
May we in our days ahead learn to more richly enjoy The Gift of the Present with less worrisome focus on the future and the past…
Enjoy the day, filled with the Spirit!
Lectionary Texts for Sunday, December 3, 2023:
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POTENTIAL ACTIONS – FOOD INSECURITY: This season will likely find increasing numbers of folks looking for food, presenting opportunities to
- share financial and/or food offerings with a local food pantry
- check with your faith community about upcoming opportunities to feed community members
- volunteer to help with a local mobile food pantry or community dinner
- find a Little Pantry in your area and help stock it with shelf-stable food items
- accept a Call to Action item from Season of Peace devotional posting
NOTE: for those in the Cinci region, some food organizations are listed HERE
CHRISTIAN PLAYBOOK HUMOR – click HERE for MORE humor, updated periodically. Included now is a grin-inducing New Bible Reading Plan (Pearls Before Swine)
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