A Good Word Wednesday #46 Reflect

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Word of the Day - Reflect

Who did you spend the most time remembering on Memorial Day a few days ago?

I know this holiday was about reflecting on the lives of men and women who gave their all to ensure our freedom. I’m truly grateful for their ultimate sacrifice and for their families who were left to mourn their loss.

But actually, what I spent my time reflecting on was my family members who are now in heaven, especially my parents. My dad’s birthday would have been last Sunday and it makes me miss him more. And sometimes, makes me be ready to be where they are — enjoying heaven with Jesus. Can you imagine? (I know, this would be a great place to insert the sweet, but overdone, song “I Can Only Imagine.”) I wrote a blog about going places with my Daddy. The link is in the Recommend section below.

But really. Think about it. With all the craziness and messiness that our world has become, wouldn’t it be lovely to be at peace and removed from this nonsense? When I read the headlines, and engage in conversations related to our current clueless society, I just pray, “Lord, come quickly.” And then I think about all the people who don’t know Jesus and would be left forever in darkness, I pray, “Lord, come quickly, but first let me make sure my loved ones are safe. First, send more servants into the world and rescue those in danger.”

I know. I don’t know when the end will come for myself. For my loved ones. For this world. But it’s something to think about. And it’s coming. Ready or not.

Sorry to be so morbid. But reflecting on those who have gone before tends to bring about these thoughts. I can’t imagine going through life without the light of Christ. The best thing about living in this day is knowing that I worship the Maker of the universe. And He knows the end of the story. And that’s all that’s all that matters. It’s my job, day after day, to reflect His light.

Wednesday in the Word

 ^“I thank my God in all my remembrance of you, always in every prayer of mine for you all making my prayer with joy,  because of your partnership in the gospel from the first day until now.” Philippians 1:3-5

“Not that I have already obtained this or am already perfect, but I press on to make it my own, because Christ Jesus has made me his own. Brothers, I do not consider that I have made it my own. But one thing I do: forgetting what lies behind and straining forward to what lies ahead,  I press on toward the goal for the prize of the upward call of God in Christ Jesus.  Let those of us who are mature think this way, and if in anything you think otherwise, God will reveal that also to you.” Philippians 3:12-15

“For as often as you eat this bread and drink the cup, you proclaim the Lord’s death until he comes.” 1 Corinthians 11:16

The Hall of Faith — Hebrews 11. Read the whole chapter, reflect and remember these heroes of the faith.

Share Your Good Words

Question(s) of the Week: Who has been your role model in your walk with Christ? Who did you think about the most on Memorial Day? What do you most want to be remembered for? What are your favorite biographical books?

Good Unseen People

Photo: She Is Safe

The following excerpt is from a story that will be included in my upcoming book, Unseen People: Sharing Life and Light with Your Neighbors and the Nations. Click the link below to see the progress of the book.

“I’m no world leader, but I know what freedom feels like. Lord Jesus, come quickly and deliver us from these small potatoes.”

Read the whole story: Small Potatoes

Good Words I Recommend

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3. EBOOK — 7 Simple Steps to Show People They Are Significant: A Guidebook to Help You Share Light and Life with Others

A Good Blog: Have you reflected on the decisions you’ve made in your life? Questions at the Crossroads

Another Good Blog: Going Places with my Daddy

A Good Song/Video: Amy Grant, I will remember you

A Good Book: 50 People Every Christian Should Know

NOTE: Please share with me some of your favorite blogs, songs and books. I’d love to know.

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A Final Word

Of course, the ultimate sacrifice a person gave was Jesus giving his life on the cross. For all of us — for “good” people and those who are evil. For our family and for families on the other side of the world. For those we see and those we don’t.

“For God so loved the world, that he gave his only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish but have eternal life.” John 3:16

Let me hear from you this week. What’s on your mind? What are you reflecting on today? How can we reflect the light of Christ in a dark world?

DeAnna’s email: deannalynnsanders@gmail.com

Thank you for taking your time to read my words. And if you would, please share a good word with someone today. Invite others into our Good Word community.

Gratefully yours,