provision and leading ~ 3/24/15

Tuesday, March 24, 2015 (7:45 a.m.)

Ruby Princess - Balcony

Approaching Puerto Vallarta, MX

Holy God,

Thank You for hiccups in service and relationships that remind us that not all things will go according to our liking. Thank You for the presence of mind to change old behaviors. Thank You that even while in the midst of unpleasantness, we can choose which way to proceed.

Mm. Big smile. In the act of seeking to proceed with You just now I found myself in Ecclesiastes reading the Preacher/Teacher's musings and conclusions. In the process I turned to The Hymnal for Worship & Celebration. Under a section entitled “Provision and Leading” I found ♫Savior, Like a Shepherd Lead Us♫ and the tune is sticking within.

♫Savior, like a Shepherd lead us, Much we need Thy tender care♫ Oh Dear Lord, how true is that! I turn to the corresponding verse of Scripture (John 10:3) and read the subheading. The Good Shepherd and His Sheep. I remember our Pastor telling us on numerous occasions, “We are sheep. And sheep are dumb!”

Thank You Father. Thank You that You sent Jesus to be our Shepherd. To lead us. Guide and direct us. Not blindly. Lovingly. Instructively. So when we are out there in the midst of mistake making we can remember to make better choices.

Mm. How very blessed we are to have ♫Our Father which art in heaven♫ (Matthew 6:9) who loves us, provides for us and leads us. Do exactly that this day Blessed Being, that we will not only follow but delight You in Your leading.

I love You. Thank You. Amen.

(275 words ~ 8:37 a.m.)