August 3rd - Let's Play!

Theme of the Day
Hold the friction down.

Readings of the Day
2 Corinthians 2.5-3.18-Forgive and console one another.
2 Kings 15-16-Good leadership focuses on God.
Micah 5.2-15-Then the remnant of Jacob, surrounded by many peoples, shall be like dew from the LORD, like showers on the grass, which do not depend upon people or wait for any mortal.
Matthew 14.13-21-...you give them something to eat.

God's Word of the Day
Forgive and give to one another.

Story of the Day
The oil in the engine had seen it's life. It had given of it's chemical qualities until it was now worn out. It was time for a change. The oil wanted so badly to continue in service but now it's life was over. Time to pull the old oil from the engine and replace it with new and fresh oil. New oil with the qualities needed to withstand the heat and the friction and the wear and tear of metal to metal contact. The old oil gave it's very life to allow the engine to continue to function in the harsh environment that it existed in. The old oil was honored and praised by the engine for saving the engine's life. No, the old oil was not perfect. But it gladly did what it had to do. No, the new oil is neither perfect either, but it is ready to serve just as it had seen the old oil serve. And life continues for the engine.

Prayer of the Day
Lord, old or new, lead us to care for one another. Lead us to take up leadership, service or work when it is our turn. Lead us to forgive one another when we are tired. Lead us to love one another always. Lead us to have compassion and understanding. Lead us to give our life for the life of another. May my head always be turned toward You. May my ear always listen carefully to Your Voice. May You always be my focus in life. --- Amen