It's Memorial Day. Hopefully we've paid tribute to our military sometime this weekend. The fun and the festivities are probably over now, and it's time to get back to the routine. What was your definition of fun for the holiday?
- Hanging out with friends at a cookout or an amusement park;
- Enjoying family or friends at home;
- Visiting friends or family out of town;
- Reading your favorite book;
- Surfing the Internet;
- Watching a movie;
- Going to the beach; or
- Just doing nothing?
Wherever you went and whatever you did, I hope it was both fun and peaceful. Above all though, in whatever we do, we should have peace in our hearts, or we shouldn't be doing it. Many times we override our consciences to please others, because we are bored and feeling left out or simply because we lack the inner strength to make right decisions. When we understand we don't need people, things or popularity to fulfill us, we begin to experience a freedom that's indescribable. This is when we can have just as much fun alone as we can with a group, Simple message - in whatever you do, let the peace of God rule in your hearts---it's liberating!
Scripture Links: Colossians 3:15; Colossians 3:17; Proverbs 4:26
To Receive Jesus as Lord ad Savior:(Sinner's Prayer) Dear God, I am a sinner. I need a savior. I need Jesus. I believe Jesus died for my sins and rose on the third day. I ask Jesus now to come into my heart and to become Lord over my life. Satan has no more power over me. I say with my mouth that Jesus is Lord. Father, help me to live for you, and thank you for saving me. John 3:16.
To Rededicate Your Life to the Lord (after falling away):Dear Heavenly Father: I confess to you that I have sinned. You said if I confess my sin you are faithful and just to forgive me and to cleanse me from all unrighteousness. I turn away from sin and turn to you, and I ask you to forgive me. I forgive myself also. Father, thank you for forgiving me, remembering my sin no more and allowing me to have right standing with you again. In Jesus' name, AMEN.
