Devotion:
Read Colossians 3:15-17.
Sometimes we see a passage like this lived out before us, and it makes it come to life. Many of you will remember Bob and Jessie Barringer, charter members of Christ Church and a delightful couple. Bob was terminally ill, and I received a call from Jessie that he would like to talk with me. Knowing that Bob was nearing the end of his life, I was surprised to arrive at their home and find the two of them laughing and chatting like always. Jessie would say, “Bob, tell him about…” and Bob’s eyes would twinkle as he shared good stories, like learning to fly and then flying a friend’s plane under the Walnut Street and Market Street bridges. When he finally began to tire, Jessie noticed and excused herself to let Bob and me talk privately.
Bob looked at me and said, “I don’t really have much to talk about, but I do have so much to be thankful for! I have enjoyed a wonderful life, I have the best family, and we love our church. I love a God who loves me and extends grace to me. I have no regrets, and I am at peace.” That attitude of thankfulness is the secret to a happy life, in this one and the next!
Personal Worship Option:
Thanksgiving Day is coming, and it is a huge reminder to us to pause and reflect on our blessings. I invite you to do that now and close your devotional time today giving thanks to God.
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