Personal Thoughts from Sabbatical
I have been on Sabbatical since May 1st. In many ways, it is going so fast. I cannot believe school is out this week. Here are a few thoughts from recent days at home or from prayer/reflection days: ABIDE-This word continues to be brought to mind. During this time of sabbatical, I want to spend time in relationship with Jesus. Some days this includes a nap, other days it is reading His Word, sometimes it is showing love to my family, or bike rides while singing songs of praise. I read John 15:1-17 and was amazed at how much Jesus wants to be in relationship with us. Do you understand? The God who created the world, the Son who lived, died and rose again, the Spirit who raised Christ from the dead, this Triune God wants to be in relationship with you and me. What a wonderful gift! What should I be DOING? When you don't go to work from 8-5 each day and do not have meetings to attend, you have some free time. As a human, my tendency i...