Certainly good to be feeling better. We had a good day today. I'm giving a little re-cap from the message this weekend. One idea challenges us to consider ways to respond in various situations. When tempted to condemn - offer compassion When tempted to be angry - offer kindness When you know you are right, and right makes might - offer humility and meekness When frustrated - seek patience When tempted to stand in judgment - find seeds of forgiveness. When we begin to make these actions habits we find our lives changing. I hope you are developing some new patterns (habits) this year. God is about the business of transforming lives. As we continue to develop "routines" that come from following Christ we find our lives being changed. It's been a good day. I hope you've had a good day too. steve

Reflections From Sunday Evening

For the third time (I think) since 1976 I could not answer the bell to preach today. For all of you who have wrestled with this "crud" I feel your pain! Hopefully this thing will run its course - with some help from the doctor - and I will soon be back among you. Psalm 30:2 says, "Lord my God, I called to you for help, and you healed me." I must say that has been on my mind today. Here is a reminder to ask God for help. Some of our most meaningful prayers are very simple. "God send help!" So today I join all of you in asking God to help. Health Finances Relationship Work Just fill in the blank. God send help. Thank you It's been a good day (in spite of feeling lousy). I hope you've had a truly good day Steve