Bible Study July 31, 2023
Philippians 4:8 (ESV)
“Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is commendable, if there is any excellence, if there is anything worthy of praise, think about these things.”
If you are a baseball fan and live in St. Louis we all had big expectation for our beloved Cardinal baseball team this year. I believe it was Derrick Goold who recently said the Cards were positioned to win ninety-three games and National League Central division, they will win it if they reverse the standings. So they are making moves to trade players.
However, in discussing this we get the idea that instant change may bring instant results. Change will occur but all new teammates must become aware of their surroundings. We like to think the grass is greener on the other side of the fence but when in fact it is only greener where you water it. We get the idea change is what we need and in many cases change is needed. For the one outside a relationship with Jesus change should be made and is needed. When that change comes we need to learn a new way of living, we change teams and join the winning team we adjust to our new lifestyle, some things will change, sometimes the change is difficult but it has lasting rewards.
Change is sometimes necessary and when necessary accept it. Next spring we will plant new flowers, maybe change our landscaping all for the better it will be new for us. We will enjoy it. Live into the new.
God Bless.
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