Wouldn’t it be easier to just fold and put away 'dirty laundry' ?

I put my 'dirty laundry'in the wash room every day. The same can be said for the events of my day. Except I gather and sort them in my mind. January, 2023 has started out somewhat bumpy. A thin temporary crown broke soon after I got home from the dentist. I promise, no nuts or chewy items were involved. The dentist removed and replaced the temporary with a thicker one. Though no pain was involved, I spent four and a half hours total in a dentist chair. Life comes interrupted. I went to a medical facility concerning problems with my arm. An x-ray was required. Unfortunately for me, it was chest x-ray only day! They sent me to a hospital thirteen miles away in a pouring rain storm. When I arrived, a woman was giving the Valet attendant a what-for because he refused to park her car. The service had closed ten minutes earlier. Why are people so short-fused in this day and age? Anyway, I found the imaging lab closed earlier than expected even though I had an appointment. I expect because of the tornado threats whirling around the tri-state area? Life comes interrupted. Even though this past week was filled with dirty laundry and dirty little problems, I know a life filled with clean and wonderful victory is obtainable. I can prepare, through praying and praising. I can put on God’s full Armour and stand firm in my faith. But, it’s up to me, to be properly prepared. And, then through God’s strength, I can be strong no matter how my day is interrupted. By the way I went to another doctor...fractured humerous resulting from stupidity...mine. It is mending along with my attitude. But I am ready for February. I have my umbrella and God's Armor no matter how life is interrupted. Today’s scripture-Proverbs 3:5-6 “Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and do not lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make straight your paths.”

LAST NIGHT, AT MIDNIGHT...

Last night, at midnight, many sang acapella or gathered around a musical instrument to sing the lyrics of Robert Burn’s 1783 poem, “Auld Lang Syne.” The bitter-sweet words have been proclaimed in song and claimed by memories for as long as I can remember. As the song ended, so had another year. Music is a unique tool of the Lord. Used throughout the Bible, many a song proclaimed His name and message. Many a tambourine accompanied hallelujahs. Jesus, however, did not carry sheet music nor a musical instrument to get out His message, although people sang and cried for joy at His words. He didn’t have a TV show, a podcast, or a blog to promote His message of love—no cell phones either. But he did have His Father’s Words, twelve great friends, and the backing of Angels. His message was simple. Through faith, God offers His love to humanity through salvation and the gift of eternal life. He powerfully revealed the Good News through His words and actions. Through Him, we have a fantastic knowledge of God’s enduring presence in our lives—now that is true love. Happy New Year, friends and family! In His love, we can walk in the Light every day of 2023.