We continue to be pleased, more each day, with this park. God seems to allow me to visit daily with our manager here in the park and he seems to like me for some reason. We both get to tell him of our Jesus. He has agreed to let us have church services here, but we will need a place to do it. He has agreed to an area in the park, so all we need is a tent and chairs. The leading by God to do a church service and/or Bible study here in the park is very encouraging to us in light of how I have felt the last few months. We are now even more encouraged that the pacemaker/defibralator upgrade to be done, Friday, October 3rd, will be successful in increasing the function of my heart and I will have energy once again to stand and preach. Glory to God!
In my quiet time this morning, I read the following by Pastor Jeff Schreve. Some of you will recognize why this spoke to me and I hope it encourages you, also.
Rejoice in each day!
Perhaps you heard the story of Bob who died and went to heaven. As Saint Peter was showing him around, he noticed a “complaint box.” “Peter!!” Bob exclaimed, “Why would there be a complaint box in heaven?” Peter replied, “Well, heaven is a place of perfect happiness… and some people just cannot be happy unless they can complain.”
MAKING THE RIGHT CHOICE
Regardless of the situation we may be facing today, one thing is for sure: God made this day… and He wants us to rejoice in it. In Psalm 118:24, a definite choice was made to rejoice. The writer says, “We will rejoice and be glad...” Rejoicing is an act of the will.
You and I can choose to rejoice and be glad, or we can choose to grumble, gripe and complain. Choosing the latter course of action does not change the circumstances, it just sours your attitude and outlook. Choosing to rejoice, however, pleases God and lets your light for the Lord shine among men.
What are you facing today? Stop complaining and start rejoicing! You and I serve a RISEN Savior who loves us, died and rose again for us, and promises to work all things together for good for us.
Take time right now to praise Him for this day and the challenges in it. You will be amazed at the difference it will make in you!
We want to thank you for your support through your prayers, calls, e-mails and financial gifts. You are an encouragement to us more than you know and we know that God has answered your prayers for us many, many times.
Have a great day, love you, pass it on.
Don
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