During Sunday School this past week, Pastor Jeff prayed that we would "walk in a manner worthy of the LORD" (Colossians 1:10). He said, "Wouldn't that be a great parting thought? 'Have a good week. May you walk in a manner worthy of the LORD.'" I thought that was just a great idea and a great prayer for all of us. I mean, it encompasses everything. If we're walking/living in a manner that is worthy of our Father, then all areas of our lives will be sinless. It was one of those things that people say that you don't easily forget.
Another example of unforgettable quotes came from our other Pastor, Phil. At Luke's funeral he said, "Don't let your emotions determine your view of God. Let your view of God determine your emotions." Wow. Too often I do just the opposite. And the world especially encourages us in that route. If we're angry with our situation in life then we feel we have a right to be angry with God. But if we are experiencing blessings then we're more apt to thank God and be joyful. But 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 tells us, "ALWAYS rejoice, CONSTANTLY pray, IN EVERYTHING give thanks; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you." (emphasis added)
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