Scripture: Ps 34; Isaiah 61:10-11; Galatians 4:4-7; Luke 1:46-55.
Scripture standout: Galations 4: "7 So you are no longer a slave, but God’s child; and since you are his child, God has made you also an heir."
Luke 1: "1 He has performed mighty deeds with his arm;
he has scattered those who are proud in their inmost thoughts.
52 He has brought down rulers from their thrones
but has lifted up the humble.
53 He has filled the hungry with good things
but has sent the rich away empty."
Morning thoughts; Monday! Oh no!
His Deed/The Day: Marley was privileged to be invited to New York to spend a few days with David's brother's family. She is having a ball. This is her dream come true, to spend a few days being "the big sister" in ...of all places... New York City! (Actually, she is on Long Island at the beach, but close enough in her mind!) I sent a quick note to her hosts to express our deepest thanks. Wouldn't want that to go by unsaid.
What happens when you deliberately tweak your conscience to be more aware of meeting others' needs? Every day? And if it happens to be Lent...for 40 days? What does that look like? What deeds would transpire? What blessings come back? How do we listen for direction? Wake up each morning and decide to be intentional about bringing others better into focus with a little prayer, silence and scripture. Let the daily deeding commence! #DoingUntoOthers #OthersFirst #OneDeedADayGo
How to Do-Good
Quick How-To Guide: Start the day with a little silence, scripture (via Forward Day by Day, if you choose) and prayer. Then open your eyes and make it a practice to be hyper-aware of who and what's going on around you. Deploy that deed with confidence when God gives you his signature gentle nudge. This may feel awkward and unnatural. #NoWorries #GoWithIt #DeedWellDone #BlessingsEnsueJustWait
Monday, August 15, 2011
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