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Sue’s Views

When Jesus preached ….. He used illustrations about everyday life. Things the common people and even children could understand. He talked about a farmer sowing seeds in different types of soil ….. a shepherd taking care of his flock and leaving 99 to rescue 1 who was lost ….. and how fruit can only be produced when it’s attached to the vine. Behind these pictures ….. were deep messages about how we are to live. The people following him could understand the deeper meaning just by looking around them. 

We make it so complicated ….. but the message of the Gospel is simple! Jesus is in every one of those stories. He is the Word (the seed) … He is the Good Shepherd ….. and He is the Vine. Our hearts are the different types of soil ….. we are the sheep ….. and we are the branches! If we receive His Word gladly ….. stay close to our Shepherd ….. and remain in the Vine ….. we will produce much fruit!

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Yesterday was a big day for our little Hezekiah! Dedicated to the Lord on the morning of his 2nd birthday ….. and birthday celebrations in the afternoon. He handled both like a king! Every life is worth celebrating ….. and every life needs to acknowledge where they came from! Baby dedication is scriptural. It’s the parents acknowledgement and desire to see their child one day make that decision for themselves. They vow before God and the church to do their best to bring him up in the ways of God and entrust their little one to His guidance and care. But Heze will have to make his own decision some day in the future when he has more understanding. God bless you little man! 

May you “continue to grow in wisdom, stature, and favour with God and man!”

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Today is Armistice Day. It marks the anniversary of an agreement to end World War I. It didn’t actually end the war but it stopped the fighting and began a series of discussions toward permanent peace. Unfortunately there have been many wars since then. Wars between nations ….. religious wars ….. family feuds ….. gang wars. Probably one of the most destructive is the war that goes on inside a person ….. the Battle of the Mind. The enemy is unseen ….. but powerful. He causes us to be so self focussed that we have no energy for anything or anyone else. He feeds us with lies that perpetuate the battle ….. and blind us to the truth. It’s time to call a truce! A truce requires a mediator who can bring the opposing sides together. Jesus Christ is our mediator! He is the Prince of Peace who defeated the foe by dying on a cross and rising again. Lay down your weapons of self protection and hatred ….. and put your trust in Him. He will fight your battles so you don’t have to!

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 Parenting is the highest calling ….. and Mums and Dads have never had it so challenging as they do right now. But God’s command to teach His Word to our kids has never changed! Whatever we invest in them when they are young will reap good fruit later ….. Yes! They may go off course ….. but in those times, we have the wonderful assurance that ….. though we may not be able to reach them ….. their Heavenly Father is right there with them. So be encouraged, Mum, Dad ….. You are doing something great in God’s eyes!

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Hi ho! Hi ho! It’s back to work I go! After a year of being ‘retired’ the door has opened for me to return to work. I’ve learned so much through this experience. One thing is that retirement can be busier than working! I see it as a diversion ….. and definitely a test of character! Knowing God is ultimately in control has helped me navigate the changes. I think one of the most important lessons has been to wait on Him. Waiting doesn’t mean doing nothing. It means being open and available for whatever comes your way. This opportunity has come my way ….. and I welcome it for however long it may be. It’s never over until God says so!

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I’ve been woken up lately by some very vocal birds! They don’t seem to be concerned about the failing economy ….. climate change ….. or increased crime rates. Once the sun is up ….. it’s time to sing! I’m not saying we shouldn’t care about the world’s issues ….. but ….. like the birds ….. we should look more to the hand of God who feeds and clothes us. When we bring our worries to Him ….. He cares for us! The whole world is in His hands ….. and that includes all your needs and concerns! So start singing!

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Two of the most precious gifts God offers us are mercy and grace. Mercy means that we don’t get the punishment we deserve because Jesus paid our debt for us. When we repent and receive His forgiveness ….. our slate is wiped clean! Grace means we get more than we deserve. More love ….. more  help ….. more miracles ….. more guidance. It’s interesting that both words are connected to thanksgiving ….. eg ‘Merci’ is French for ‘thank you’ ….. and ‘Grazie’ is Italian for ‘thank you’. Next time you receive mercy or grace ….. don’t forget to thank God! His grace and mercy never run out. They are new every morning!

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There’s a light at the end of the tunnel! No matter what ‘tunnel’ you are going through ….. there is an end to it. The worse part is the darkness ….. the monotony ….. and not knowing when it will end. The best part is that it’s taking you through something that would otherwise be insurmountable. Whether your tunnel experience is physical ….. emotional ….. financial ….. relational ….. remember God is the greatest Civil Engineer! He not only built the tunnel ….. He knows every square inch of it ….. and will be with you every step of the way. 

 “Weeping may endure for a night, But joy comes in the morning.”