Thursday, May 9, 2024 This was a day of last minute details and preparation. And now the packing begins, and by packing I mean unpacking. We can only take what fits into our backpacks, and whatever we take we have to walk with every day. A little this and a little that doesn’t seem like…
The love that makes a difference!
PLEASE READ THIS FIRST: 1 Samuel 19-20 What do you sense the Lord saying to you in this passage?
Sabbatical Day 8
Wednesday, May 8, 2024 Thank God for a sabbatical from highway driving!We spent more time driving than we like. We first drove to Mississauga, then to Hamilton, then back to Cambridge. There were good reasons for this, but what we both remarked was how nice it will be only walking. We start the Pieterpad this…
‘What about you?’
PLEASE READ THIS FIRST: Luke 11:37-44 What do you sense the Lord saying to you in this passage?
Why am I recording my days?
“Teach us to number our days, that we may gain a heart of wisdom.” (Psalm 90:12) The Lord has given me time to rest, to reflect and to be renewed. Someone asked me why I was posting about each day. They were concerned that this was not a restful way to spend my time.
Sabbatical Day 7
Tuesday, May 7, 2024 I am celebrating my 58th birthday. Thank you for all you birthday greetings and prayers. Went for my morning 6k walk. It was a great morning for a walk. I took advantage of Starbuck’s birthday bonus, and bought the biggest, most expensive drink I could get. Nathan aso gave me the…
We reflect what we focus on!
PLEASE READ THIS FIRST: Luke 11:33-36 What do you sense the Lord saying to you in this passage?
Sabbatical Day 6
Monday, May 6, 2024 Today was a quiet day. I spent my time doing more routine and relaxing tasks, things that needed to be done. Jesus is as much a part of the routine as the more ‘spiritual’ activities. If Jesus is with us always to the very end (Matthew 28:20), we can experience whatever we…
Something greater!
PLEASE READ THIS FIRST: Luke 11:29-32 What do you sense the Lord saying to you in this passage?
Sabbatical Day 5
Sunday, May 5, 2024 Today I had the opportunity to go to church with my son, daughter-in-law and grandsons. This is not something I’ve been able to do before. There was a freedom in just being there, not being responsible for anything, no expectations of me, and no pressure to bring a message. To just…