" RELAXATION "

Thanks so much for stopping by, I'm so very pleased
that you've taken the time to come see about me.
Today's subject is " Relaxation " so kick your shoes off
and navigate yourself to the must comfortable chair
that you own and relax.

" Relaxation " is the act of relaxing or the state of
being relaxed: Lessening of Tension. OK, let's not
take rest and relaxation for granted. While it's true
that money, fame, and belongings can't be taken with
us from this life, God's people can produce fruit that
survives even death. God will remember our Love,
Kindness, and Faithfulness, and those who accept
Christ through our witness. be sure that your values
are in line with God's values, and decide today to
produce fruit that last forever.

This is the time of year when most of us look too
rest by going on vacation. I'm confident that you have
already gone somewhere or you're in the planning stage.
We work all year long and we look for that special time
when we get to let our hair down. Finally spending
quality time with those we love is vital as we all must
have R/R. Even Joshua reminded the people that our
Lord God will give you rest. We must not allow the
things of life to overwhelm us. One may be carrying
life changing burdens such as (1) Sin in our lives,
(2) an overabundance of demands from puritanical
like leaders (Matt 23:4; Acts 15:10). (3) In some
parts of this big world oppression and yes persecution,
or (4) weariness in the search for God. Listen, Jesus
frees people from all these burdens. Now, the rest
that Jesus promises is Love, Healing, and Peace with
God, not the end of all labor. A relationship with God
changes meaningless, wearisome toil into spiritual
productivity and purpose.

" Rest in the Lord and wait patiently for
Him (Psalm 37:7).

Jesus had to get up very early just to get some
time alone. This is what I also do, and I suggest
that you do the same. If Jesus needed solitude
for prayer and refreshment, how much more is
that true for us? Now, don't become so busy that
life turns into a flurry of activity leaving no room
for quiet fellowship alone with God. No matter
how much you have to do, you should always have
time for prayer.

If during your day you are keeping appointments
with business and family members, why not make
and keep your first hours open for Jesus.
" And so after waiting patiently, Abraham
received what was promised " (Heb. 6:15).

Until Next Time...

Jim