Comments on: Saturday, June 22, 2019 – Seek Ye First

By: A

Sun, 23 Jun 2019 01:20:15 +0000

MT 6:25 – 34 is my favourite passage of the Bible. Always something I need to hear… and I can really relate it to situations in my life right now.

Bob Burford moved to Oklahoma from Florida, not Kentucky.

By: Anonymous

Anonymous — Sun, 23 Jun 2019 00:23:14 +0000

Sorry, I meant to say John, not Joe.

By: Anonymous

Anonymous — Sun, 23 Jun 2019 00:18:03 +0000

As a control freak, this is one of the hardest things for me to do. I was injured nine years ago and became a quadriplegic; therefore, I was forced to give up a great deal of my ability to control anything! Prior to my accident, whenever I did pray, God took care of me; I just did not pay attention to the ebb and flow and their direct correlation. Since my accident, I have come to recognize that the more I place my trust in Him, the better my existence. I have many blessings in my life, including family, a Cursillo community, and incredible friends and caregivers. I have learned what true love and commitment mean, especially as it relates to marriage; and I also had to overcome what for me was hard to accept, to be the receiver rather than the giver. I am 70 years old. I have spent time lately reflecting on my life. I am thankful that I have been chosen for this role, as I realize now what I am next called to do. Thank you for your reflection, Joe. He does indeed take care of us, and not to worry feels great!

By: Grace

Grace — Sat, 22 Jun 2019 17:56:30 +0000

Thanks John for your powerful reflection. We have the illusion that we have control of our lives as projected by the world. This is one of the reasons we have crisis in the world. If we truly believe that we are not the engineers of our lives, we will totally surrender to God and believe in his divine will. I am very guilty of this as my flesh drops that block of fear that causes me to fall back to deceits. May the verses in your reflection always remain fresh in our thoughts.

By: Victoria Twumasi

Victoria Twumasi — Sat, 22 Jun 2019 17:00:17 +0000

Amen. As weak as I’m, I’ve tried and realised that all is vanity without God in my life. Thanks for sharing

By: Chris

Chris — Sat, 22 Jun 2019 15:22:19 +0000

Jesus said “Can any of you by worrying add a single moment to your life-span?… (…) Do not worry about tomorrow; tomorrow will take care of itself.” Matthew 6:27 & 33-3. This reminded me of a song by Bobby McFerrin “Don’t worry be happy”. It was such a simple, catchy tune it had people singing along and forget about their worries just for a moment.

He sings
“in every life, we have some trouble
But when you worry you make it double
Don’t worry, be happy”

Isn’t that close to the truth? The more we agonize over a decision, or troubles we have no control over, it just seems to double our anxieties. God knows what we need, when we need it – so, let’s Let Go and Let God!

Have a worry-free weekend all. If you can find the song on your computer, turn it on and feel the joy.

God bless

By: Anonymous

Anonymous — Sat, 22 Jun 2019 14:10:39 +0000

A wonderful reflection John.Wherever you and Elise decide to retire will be where God wants you to be.Good luck!

By: Sandi

Sandi — Sat, 22 Jun 2019 12:45:33 +0000

Thank you, John. This past week was especially stressful as I tried to alternate between work and vacation time with my family. I ended up sick the night before my family was to go to an amusement park we had traveled to visit. God blessed me with health the following day for our time at the park. I woke up the next day with the same ailment I had that evening prior to going to the park. Work has been overwhelming causing me to cancel my vacation day yesterday. Your reminder to leave these worries with God is so helpful.