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I
just heard a scientific report that the recent earthquake in Chile has
probably moved the earth off its axis by a few inches and raised one of
the Chilean Islands by six inches. The result of a shift in the earth's
axis is our days may be about three seconds shorter. This news is amazing.
If we have even only three seconds less daylight, what will this do (in
the long term) to change our weather, will it make vegetation grow better
or will sea levels drop or increase? We're taught that the smallest change
in the balance of nature can lead to gigantic change. I'm waiting to see
what scientists will tell us could be expected.
One thing I'm sure of, this kind of thing reminds me how BIG God is!
Sunday, I heard two messages about God's bigness. In morning worship, our
pastor told us of a scene in one of the movies on the Chronicles of Narnia.
The scene is with the youngest child Lucy and the Lion Aslan. Its believed
Aslan is C S Lewis' image of God. Lucy remarks to Aslan, "Why Aslan,
you've grown bigger." To which Aslan replies that he hasn't, he's
stayed the same. Lucy says that he looks bigger. He explains that he is
still the same, but she's grown. Later (in a nursing home), as HomeBound
took a breaks for a message about God, that pastor read about the bigness
of God, and His creation, concerning the known universe and all the
galaxies we know exist and more we're certain are beyond our scope of
imagination.
I thought about Aslan's comment. "I only look bigger to you, because
You've grown." When we grow and mature in our spirit, we see more of
who God is, we see more of His majesty and bigness. He's always been
bigger than we can imagine, but as we learn and grow, He can reveal more
of Himself to us. We simply cannot handle, process or see all of who God
is, or how BIG He is. So, as we mature and our tiny minds and spirits can
see, He shows us a little more. God is bigger than our imagination, His
majesty, power, might and love is HUGE! His love for us is greater than we
know. How else could He allow His only Son (a part of Himself) to suffer
and die for even one of us? And, why does He love us so much? We seldom
give Him a second thought. We think of God most when we're down, shouting
and pleading for help. Sometimes, we thank Him for the good things we see.
But more often than not, we just don't think about Him. How big could God
appear to us, if we think of Him often? How big can He be in our spirit,
if we give Him a place in our hearts? Will we say, "Why, you've grown
bigger!"
Pastor Kevin's father was rushed to surgery
yesterday. He recently had surgery for an aortic aneurysm and a stint was
implanted. It is now leaking. Pastor Kevin's mom was told this is a very
serious surgery. Please pray for Pastor Kevin's father. Mike N, who was
president of the Local Union when I was working, is in the hospital
suffering from bone cancer. I'm told he is not receiving visitors. Please
pray for Mike, for healing, no suffering and for his relationship with the
Lord. Pray for the Watkins family. The Husband and father, a truck driver
for the company my son works for died last Friday. Pray for Kenny R's
brother, Keith, who fell and suffered a lot of damage to his face. He has
had surgery to repair the damage. Please pray for his healing. Randy S'
surgery went very well. Pray now for his recovery and continued renewal.
Anne has had surgeries, to repair bones she broke when she fell. I'm told
she's arguing and ranting that she wants to go home.
Father, may You always appear bigger. May I
grow and mature in my spirit and see more of You, as You reveal more of
who You are. When I see lessons in Your nature, may I always be reminded
of Your grandeur and majesty. In my weakness, You're glory is revealed. I
am a sinner and ask forgiveness of my sins. I forgive other sinners. As I
as for what I need for the day, I lift these loved ones and cares: Pastor
Kevin's father, Mike N, Wakins family, Keith R, Randy S, Anne, Gary H, Rob
P, Jim B, Mary (& Larry) C's Nephew, Jane C, Emily W, Jim V, Teresa,
John B, Nikki L, Team of Kairos #10, Barbara, Nikki L, Jim V, John B,
Vickie E, Ken S, Ladies of walk 58, Mr. & Mrs. Dewitt, Brandelyn N,
Claudia T, Chrissie, Tim H -sons & families, Bill C, Jim B, Mike S'
sister Tammy, Larry M, Tom G, Cindy S' grandfather Gerald, Johnnie W's s
son David (surgery), John C, Jonah Joser, Michelle C, Ashlie B, Pat D,
Roger D, Chris F, Maggie M, Victoria, Jen, Takin' The Streets Penny
ministry, Katy H - Grace - other parents & orphans, Gayla K, Doug
& Joanne F, Bill H, Katie V, Trina, Rick B, Joe D, Scott K, Eric K,
Megan D, Karen M, Jess P, Catie M, Tom McL, Bill C, Shawn - Heidi &
kids, Jason (in Texas), Becky M, Hunter H, Mable C, John D, Linda Z, John
W, Tom C, Diane (Texas), Dave W, Denise, Sherry, Curt H, Roy & Becky M
& their families, , Genie D, Barb W, Julie S & her family, Nancy
F, Naomi's Heart Mission, Patty B, Larry M, Tami - husband & family,
Jan F, Jason & Kristie, Walter M, Evan W, Dave H, Lori D, Rick F,
Sally W, Stacey S, Barron S, Jerry F, Brenda W, Diane F, Mary A, Susan
& family, Suveld & family, Alexia, and Vladimer, Terri & Doug
R, Eldon & Deloris R, Sondra F, Stacey F, Kevin, Scott K, Koster
family, Betsye A, Judy R, Mike, Solly (for liver), Ronda & John P,
Archie S, Roger D, M Roker, Michael V, Charlie M, Gerry, Patrice S, India
U, Sharon N, Nathan R, John D, Dean S, Amber & family, Maria - her
grandmother and son, Carol B, Lisa H, Aprilla, Jack, Tom & Marg, Tom
C, Dustin, Glen, Barry, Dylan, Robin & husband, all trying to end
addiction or habit, our families for salvation and guidance, those
grieving, depressed, fighting / working for freedom and safety from
terror, neglected / abused / missing children, God's servants and
churches, those looking for work, in rehab programs, our families and all
we hold dear in our hearts. In awe, I pray, full of wonder, reverence,
worship and adoration.... Amen.
Oh, the depth of the riches and wisdom and
knowledge of God! How unsearchable are his judgments and how inscrutable
his ways! "For who has known the mind of the Lord, or who has been
his counselor?" "Or who has given a gift to him that he might be
repaid?" For from him and through him and to him are all things. To
him be glory forever. Amen. Romans 11:33 CEV
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