Written by In a day and age where the act of serving seems to be wound tightly around some agenda, hope of reward, or personal recognition, I share this morning’s devotional (from Dec. 15).
Beautiful morning along the Saco River, Conway, NH. 2020.
Sometimes when I read my devotional I look up words and search for a clearer meaning to how the words should be applied in today’s world, or at least my perception of the world. Then, these words below were delivered. Crystal clear. Simply. Humbly. With love and compassion. Powerfully understated as to foreshadow the very actions to be taken. Wow! Could this world ever use a serious dose of humility and a life sentence of selfless service!
I have added some landscape photos that I have taken in the last couple of weeks. To me, they are powerful images of God’s amazing handiwork. I am constantly in awe of His creation. At the same time, I often find myself both inspired and humbled, simply by His majesty.
Early morning in a forgotten field out in Illinois. 2020.
Bear ye one another’s burdens, and so fulfil the law of Christ. Galatians 6:2.
But made himself of no reputation, and took upon him the form of a servant, and was made in the likeness of men: Philippians 2:7.
Moonrise. Illinois. 2020.
For even the Son of man came not to be ministered unto, but to minister, and to give his life a ransom for many. Mark 10:45.
Rejoice with them that do rejoice, and weep with them that weep. Romans 12:15
Running a ridge line at sunset in Illinois. 2020.
Finally, be ye all of one mind, having compassion one of another, love as brethren, be pitiful, be courteous.
Not rendering evil for evil, or railing for railing: but again blessing; knowing that ye are thereunto called, that ye should inherit a blessing. 1 Peter 3:8-9
Sunrise, Nashua, NH in the heart of the retail corridor. 2020.
Looking across Chocorua Lake at Mt. Chocorua on a late fall morning. 2020.