Look around for a very large tree that is tall and has branches that extend far out from its trunk. Lie down on the ground under that tree and pause there quietly. Don’t worry if anyone sees you, they won’t think you have lost their mind...they will be envious of you taking that moment.

When Dayton, Ohio was put under a tornado warning before the tornadic activity began thousands of social media posts said..."Thanks for ruining my night Jamie. (Jamie Simpson is the Meteorologist on TV)  You ruined Bachelorette for everyone." Another said: "Get off my TV."

This really makes me ask several questions about our priorities and also our response to interruptions in our day. Am I the only one wondering????

Memorial Day seems to have diverse purposes as we observe the upcoming weekend.

 

1.The original purpose was to honor those who died in serving our country.

2. This seems to have expanded to decorating not only gravesites of those who had served our country but also our other loved ones.

Archived Posts

A Picture Is Worth A Thousand Words

There are several powerful and evocative artworks that depict the scene from Mark 9:14–29, where Jesus heals a boy possessed by an unclean spirit... Some of the following have internet links, the others are worth googling.  Enjoy!

The Gift of Ourselves As A Gift of Love

  The more the giving of myself costs me something, the greater the power of the gift. You know I love quotes, so after a little research, let me share a few of my favorites on this very subject:

The Loss of a Great Christian Leader

         The death today of Pope Francis was particularly poignant, falling as it did on the day after Easter.  As Protestant Christians we have a once removed interest in the leader of the Roman Catholic church. Yet the pope is the authoritative leader of 1.4 billion women and men around the world.  It is worth our time to pause and consider what kind of man and what kind of legacy Pope Francis left behind.

Everything You Wanted To Know About Judas Iscariot
(Drawn from online sources)

Jesus Hears A Who

         Few people know that Horton Hears A Who comes from the 25th Chapter of Matthew.