Today's Journal

SOME TOUGH IDEAS

As I recently read Paul’s closing remarks to the church in Philippi, the rich language, the powerful faith and concern for his readers struck me. However, I was also somewhat intimidated by his smooth lines that are also some tough ideas:

“Rejoice in the Lord always.
Again I will say, rejoice!
Let everyone come to know your gentleness.
The Lord is at hand.
Be anxious for nothing,
but in everything,
by prayer and supplication
with gratitude,
make your requests known to God.
And the peace of God,
which surpasses all understanding,
will protect your hearts and minds
through Christ Jesus.”
(Book of Philippians 4:4-7)

This is a nice letter that requires some stout faith.
Make us stout, Lord.

“For everyone who asks receives, and the one who seeks finds, and to the one who knocks, the door will be opened.” Jesus