Wednesday, November 30, 2005
Looking for the perfect gift
"Seek the Lord, all you meek of the earth who have upheld His justice. Seek righteousness, seek humility..." Zephaniah 2:3
The malls and shops here in the US are beginning to resemble everyday crowds in Taiwan! While most everyone bemoans the shopping frenzy, I'm just beginning to feel "at home!" We're all out looking for the perfect gift to give to a friend or loved one this Christmas and won't give up until we've acomplished that goal.
I've noticed another thing too. There seems to be an increase in a "demanding-my-rights" type of attitude. I avoided going out shopping on the day after Thanksgiving for this reason. I really didn't want to encounter those kind of people.
Today's verse is a good one for this holiday season: Seek the Lord, seek righteousness, seek humility. It would be wonderful to find the perfect gift. But how much greater the benefit if I succeed in finding the Lord's presence and pleasure, the peace in knowing I have done right, and the grace of humbly putting others first.
Malcom began his 8th chemo treatment this morning...it will run through Friday. Lately it takes longer for him to recover from these treatments than before. Pray for healing and enduring strength. Our friend, Mike, is in the hospital again. He is struggling with a severe yeast infection in his mouth and throat. Keep him in your prayers as well.
Today Pastor Bill Taylor and his wife Joyce arrived safely in Taiwan. They will be living in our apartment and overseeing the English ministries of our work for a few months. Pray for their adjustment and that the Lord will use them to be a blessing to Dali Faith Baptist Church.
The malls and shops here in the US are beginning to resemble everyday crowds in Taiwan! While most everyone bemoans the shopping frenzy, I'm just beginning to feel "at home!" We're all out looking for the perfect gift to give to a friend or loved one this Christmas and won't give up until we've acomplished that goal.
I've noticed another thing too. There seems to be an increase in a "demanding-my-rights" type of attitude. I avoided going out shopping on the day after Thanksgiving for this reason. I really didn't want to encounter those kind of people.
Today's verse is a good one for this holiday season: Seek the Lord, seek righteousness, seek humility. It would be wonderful to find the perfect gift. But how much greater the benefit if I succeed in finding the Lord's presence and pleasure, the peace in knowing I have done right, and the grace of humbly putting others first.
Malcom began his 8th chemo treatment this morning...it will run through Friday. Lately it takes longer for him to recover from these treatments than before. Pray for healing and enduring strength. Our friend, Mike, is in the hospital again. He is struggling with a severe yeast infection in his mouth and throat. Keep him in your prayers as well.
Today Pastor Bill Taylor and his wife Joyce arrived safely in Taiwan. They will be living in our apartment and overseeing the English ministries of our work for a few months. Pray for their adjustment and that the Lord will use them to be a blessing to Dali Faith Baptist Church.
3 Comments:
Carol-just want you to know I'm praying for Malcom as he undergoes more chemo-may he bounce back quicker than before and have more strength and energy. Also may he not get the frequent infections and other setbacks that are risks. So many people care for you all-around the world!
Lovingly,
Kathy
Dear CF & Malcom,
Just want you to know that you are in my prayers. It is a blessing to know that the church in Taiwan will have some encouragement while you are here in the states.
all my love
Sue M.
Carol,
Of course, we will be praying for Malcom and you as well. We sure love both of you and we pray that this time he won't have such a hard time.
I love your little devotionals and they are a great blessing to me.
CB
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