Jejune (Ecclesiastes 10:10)

Good morning all,

The word of the day is “jejune.”  Growing up, I remember there was always something to do.  My parents were pretty intentional on making sure that I stayed active.  My brother and I would play outside, go on bike rides, play baseball at the park with our friends, and do pretty much anything we could do while the sun was still up.  I don’t remember ever really being bored.  When we were not doing our own thing, we were involved in a ton of sports, extracurricular activities through school, and community projects.  Life was pretty good as a kid.  I kinda feel the same way about being a Christian.  There is always something more to do.  There is always someone more to serve.  It is important for us remember that God wants us to live life to the fullest.

If the ax is dull and its edge unsharpened, more strength is needed, but skill will bring success.” ~Ecc. 10:10

My question is: are you sharpening your ax?  Although we do not change and choose the circumstances in our lives, we do choose a way that we respond.  As we become more skillful in our daily routine, including seeking out God’s word, we put ourselves in a better position to be successful.  My prayer is that you ask God to give the strength that is needed to become a better person, and that you stay away from the dull and jejune life.  There is so much potential that God wants to bring out of you, you need only to ask him to see you through.  Become just a little bit better today.

Praying for you,

MO

Railbird (Ecclesiastes 5:2)

Good morning all,

The word of the day is “railbird.”  It seems that everyone has an opinion about stuff. When you do anything in life there will be others that think that they know what is best for you and the situation. And, even though they may be right (and much of the time wrong) it is our responsibility to God to be the kind of people that look to him for the best way to do life, and make decisions based on how we would like to be perceived by others.  And in the same way, we must be careful of what we say and do.

“Be not rash with your mouth, nor let your heart be hasty to utter a word before God, for God is in heaven and you are on earth. Therefore let your words be few.” ~Ecc. 5:2

My question is: what are the words that come out of your mouth?  Kevin always told me that it is very true that the things that one says is a reflection of the heart. I don’t think that’s anything new for anyone to hear.  My prayer is that when people hear you speak, and look at your actions, that they see a reflection of the kind of person that you would like to be.  Don’t be a railbird, just criticizing peeps for what you might think is a good reason, but instead be careful with your words. Remember that people judge you on that kind of stuff, both good and bad.  Use today as a way to honor God in the way that you live your life.

Praying for you,

Mo

Triumph (Ecclesiastes 11:1-6)

Good moring all,

The word of the day is “triumph.” If you’re like me, you’re always trying to find enough time to do stuff. One of the biggest problems that a lot of people have is that they want things to go their way, and if they do not than they spend a lot of time in the weeds. Solomon was the wisest man who ever lived. He understood that overthinking things was a pretty big trap. Could you imagine being in his place? All of that money and power, and trying to follow God. And we think it's hard! In fact, he said in Ecclesiastes…

Whoever watches the wind will not plant; whoever looks at the clouds will not reap.”

~Ecc. 11:4

Solomon totally understood what it meant to wrestle against the enemy. In fact, we see that the devil actually got to him a little bit and caused him to stray from God. My question is: do you spend more time thinking, or doing. The more we procrastinate, the more time the evil one has to do bad stuff in your life. If you just start moving, God will help direct you and the right path. My prayer is that each of you works in such a way that when God blesses you it is not a surprise, but a pleasant reminder of why you are proactive in his name.

Praying for you,

MO