II Corinthians 5:17
“Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation; old things have passed away; behold, all things have become new.”
Most of us have had the task of cleaning things out. It may be our desk, our cupboards, a room or perhaps the garage. That is one of my biggies. The problem is that as we start the process of cleaning things out, we are convinced that we will have a use for the item . . . someday!
My precious wife, Joyce, was born with a neat streak in her. Perhaps as a punishment for this trait she married me. We have been married for 58 wonderful years, and it has been her goal in life to get me to get rid of things I do not need.
She has purchased containers of every shape and description to put my various and sundry items in. I am a good boy for a few days and then even the containers have to be organized. I think you get the point.
As we draw close to the end of 2010, it is a good time for reflection. What things have we done for the Lord this year that will count for eternity? Sometimes all of our busyness amounts to a pile of worthless projects and effort.
As we prepare for 2011, it is well to prayerfully take stock of what the Lord desires for us. As for me it is my desire to be like Jesus. Psalm 19:14: “Let the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be acceptable in Your sight, O LORD, my strength and my Redeemer.”
Blessings dear hearts. Draw near to God today, trust Him completely and be a blessing!
- – – Pastor Cecil
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