When you appreciate something that somebody is or says or does, it’s usually a good idea to say it out loud.
“The Creator arranged things so that we need each other.” Basil of Caesarea
“[E]ncourage one another daily. . . .” Hebrews 3:13
words and other noise
Do you ever get so used to words and other noise that you forget to let your soul rest?
“Studies have shown that the average person today, surrounded by the cyber world, can only tolerate about 15 seconds of silence.” Archibald Cox
“Return to your rest, my soul. . . .” Psalm 116:7
your time
If your goal today is efficiency, you probably won’t have time for some other things (like listening and mystery and laughter).
“Turning you into an instrument of efficiency.” Android ad
“Be very careful, then, how you live, . . . making the most of your time. . . .” Ephesians 5:15-16
dirt and mess
When forgiving somebody feels like one step forward and ten steps back, it might be because you’re forgetting all the dirt and mess inside you.
“If God forgives us with all the dirt and mess inside of us, then we can forgive others will all the dirt and mess inside of them.” Jean Vanier
“Jesus said, ‘I do not condemn you either.’” John 8:11
let go
When you’re facing a mountain (of a person or an event or whatever), you can either try really, really hard to be in control or you can let go.
“Let go and let God.” Unknown
“And He said, . . . ‘My strength comes into its own in your weakness.’” 2 Corinthians 12:9
everyday invitations
When you see the great things that other people do, it’s easy to miss the everyday invitations to do some small good.
“Not all of us can do great things, but we can do small things with great love.” Mother Teresa
“Then I heard the Lord asking, ‘Whom shall I send? . . .’ And I said, ‘Here I am. Send me.’” Isaiah 6:8