I have been on recreational leave for the past 7 days. Such "paid" leave is taken for granted here is Australia but this week I found myself thanking God for the provision of such "re-reation" time. I have been able to get some reading and practical administration done for my work on my doctoral disertation, managed to sleep in till 7.30am on a couple of days, done some shopping on e-bay, (got myself an antique telescope for a bargain) and have even managed to watch a bit of TV. Something else that has been great has been the opportunity for some good time with God in prayer. Don't let me mislead you- it hasn't been hours on my knees or anything like that, but it has been great to spend time in a relaxed way, focusing on God's purpose for me in the here and now.
I have been reminded of the countless opportunities we are given each day to do and say things that impact people for the better and in the process give opportunity for the wonder and love of God to be experienced by those we encounter. Making life count is all about working with God, so that others experience God, and the life saving message of a relationship with Jesus Christ.
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Thanks for your encouragement, Drew. I am coming up to the big 7-0 in a few weeks time. In the past 7 years (only 10% of my life so far)I have learned what it is to make life count and the fact that in the final analysis it doesn't count at all without that relationship with Jesus. To paraphase Paul, I can now be (and am) content in whatever circumstances this life presents to me. And the big thrill is that I can, as you suggest, help others experience exactly the same relationship and contentment. Bob
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