Enough Is Enough!
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It’s the end of another long week. I don’t know what you did to make it through but let me share three things that kept me going.
First and foremost; Molly and I start our day with The Daily Liturgy. It’s the Cream of Wheat of hot cereals and a rough metaphor for the spiritual morning nourishment we all need. It stays with you all day long. If you don’t know the Cream of Wheat reference, look at the link below, and the final prayer that comes after the reading of the Psalm. You will be blessed. Enjoy the commercial. You will smile.
Cream of Wheat Commercial 1960
The second thing is exploring our faith, in all its shapes and variations, so that we can be better equipped to serve His Church. I really enjoy my Logos software. It has tons of resources and best of all, there is a free version that has a lot of horsepower. The RefNet app (Reformation Network) keeps me connected while I’m on the road. It’s 24/7 speakers, sermons, devotions, scripture reading, and music. Watching tv shows and movies with biblical themes are some other things that encourage me. These are just a few things that can help get us through our days.
Below is a link to a 6-minute scene that will encourage anyone who may feel that they are not “enough” to be effective servants of the Lord. It’s from the series called The Chosen. The dialogue gave me some helpful ways I can phrase my words to help others find purpose in the midst of their doubts. Self-doubt is an epidemic among the youth of our country and there are many Bereans, of all ages, who struggle in this way. A little context for the video. Jesus has just told his disciples they are to go out in groups of two to spread the gospel and work wonders for the first time. James’ character is imagined by the show’s writers, as having a severe limp. He doubts that he is “enough”.
“Why haven’t you healed me?” (The Chosen scene)
And last but not least, is to play some Christian music that will inspire you. There is nothing like the experience of being lifted up by those who can bring the words of God to bear on the circumstances of our lives through song. In this song, “Jireh”, I want you to be encouraged that God’s provision is enough.
In these crazy times, it’s easy to get overwhelmed and forget where we should turn in times of testing. Let’s remember that our God is enough. Let’s find contentment in the sovereignty of God. You’ll see an explanation of “Jireh” at the beginning of the video.
Yours in Christ,
Pastor Terry B
