BUSY, BUSY, BUSY

Wow, Kentucky was really steaming for a few days there. I was able to walk early, but it was still sweltering to walk with the dogs. I'm glad I could do it in the morning, and in the shade of the trees growing near the road. Thankfully, yesterday, we had a cold front blow through and it is again pleasant and beautiful. I could sit out here under the deck enjoying the bluebirds and some good books, but I have a busy day ahead.

I was so happy yesterday to see the women's soccer team beat France. Abby Wambach made another fabulous shot, with her head, into the net of the opponent. It was again, awesome. Looking forward to seeing the match with Japan for the finals of the World Cup Soccer. I was also pleased to read about the UK football team and how they are really excited about their Thursday Night Lights workouts. Sounds like a great idea. I hope this team can really bond and do some special things this season.

I've been reading the most awesome books that my periodontist lent me. The are about Angelic encounters with everyday Christians. I'm taking the second of these books back to his office today, and, hopefully, he'll let me borrow another.

As I read today's UpperRoom story today, I was sidetracked by the scripture reading. The story was about serving, which I believe to be an essential part of the Christian experience. However, when I read the suggested scripture reading of Peter 4:8-11, I was led to back up and read the entire chapter. It really spoke to me. As I hit upon verse 8, I was reminded of what a loving God we have. It states "Above, all, love each other deeply because love covers over a multitude of sins." The love that God has for us led him to allowing His only son to die on the cross for us, when we were yet sinners. And, isn't that a description of us today? We are all still sinners, we always will be, but our sins are forgiven because of what our God led His son to do for us.

Our main job while we are in our earthly lives is to love one another. I am always so uplifted when I am reminded time and time again that God put us here for one main purpose, to love one another. And, yes, if we are doing that, a lot of the other stuff simply fades into the background. As Peter stated, "love covers over a multitude of sins".

My doggies are fighting for position in the chair next to me and I have a lot to get accomplished today, so I'm going to have to leave my comfy spot here under the deck listening to birds and enjoying this beautiful day. I hope you are enjoying your day. Stay safe, luv, Susan