5.27.2017 - Happy Memorial Day Alex.

I am very proud of you Alex,

Love Dad.

Thoughts for Today Memorial Day year 2017

We often find security in a relationship--with a parent a family member or a best friend. We are secure in knowing that this person loves us and is always there for us . . . and then we may find that this loved one is suddenly gone.

This kind of loss is always extremely painful. A long process of grief usually follows. And if our entire sense of security depended on our relationship with this person, we are likely to lose all hope.

On the other hand, if we look to Jesus for our security, we will still hurt . . . we will still grieve . . . but we won't lose all hope. Nothing can separate us from God's love. We can still look to him for the strength to go on. We will still have the hope of accomplishing his purpose for our life.

Consider this...

No matter what your circumstances, determine to look to Jesus as your source. He may choose to provide for your well-being through a special relationship with a loved one . . . or he may choose another way. But always remember that he is your source, and he will never leave you nor forsake you. He will always love you unconditionally. You can count on him.

Prayer

Lord, thank you for being my refuge and my strength. Thank you that no matter what the circumstances, I can count on you to shelter me and to give me strength. Thank you that even if things around me seem to crumble, you are always with me, always loving me, always helping me. In Jesus' name...