"The Walk to Emmaus develops a Christian disciples and leaders by inspiring, challenging, and equipping active adult church members for Christian actions in the home, churches, workplaces, and communities. It also benefits less active members who are seeking to renew a relationship with God, grow spiritually, or discover a firmer foundation for their lives.
Through the Walk to Emmaus, as they seek to become healthy and vital congregations, local churches have a means of growing disciples and a tool for developing leaders for the disciple-making systems.
The program begin with a 72- hour short course in Christianity that in wrapped in prayer and signs of sacrificial service. It continues for the rest of the participants' live with follow-up groups that offer along with the local church's robust offerings, continue to ongoing growth in grace.
Source : Upper Room Website
Last night, I returned home after my 72 -hour short course. Today, I am reflecting on all that transpired over the 72 hours. It was both exhilarating and exhausting. I am still processing this weekend.
This morning, I enjoyed a walk reflecting on the next steps of service.
Psalm 24 1 - 10
"The earth is the LORD's and everything in it,
the world and all who live in it;
for he founded in on the seas
and established it on the waters.
Who may ascend the mountain of the LORD?
who may stand in his holy place?
The one who have clean hands and a pure
heart,
who does not trust in an idol
or swear by a false god.
They will receive blessing from the LORD
and vindication from God their Savior.
Such is the generation of those who seek
him,
who seek your face, God of Jacob.
Lift up your heads, you gates;
be lifted up, you ancient doors,
that the King of glory may come in
Who is the King of glory?
The LORD strong and mighty,
the LORD mighty in battle.
Lift up your heads, you gates;
lift them up you ancient doors,
that the King of glory may come in.
Who is he this King of glory?
The LORD Almighty -
He is the King of glory.
Random information
Do you know that sacroiliac is real word? I thought the word was a joke. Then, I realized the pain I feel in my back is because of my sacroiliac. This little ten letter word has five syllables.
Tip for dealing with back pain, go to your doctor.
This morning's walk with Josie was glorious!
There are some monrings that seem near perfect. Today was one of those days.
Tonight Lexington Leadership Foundation celebrated twenty-five years of service to the community. Tonight's program marked the many milestone events over the past quarter of a century. There was a challenge to continue serve in life-long obedience of service to the Lord Jesus.
Tonight's Menu
Lexington Signature Salad
Kentucky Bibb Lettuce, Dried Cranberries, Grape Tomatoes, Cucumbers, Feta Cheese
Main Menu
Souther Fried Chicken Breast, Buttermilk Whipped Potatoes, Roasted Green Beans, Black Pepper Gravy & Pepper Jam
Dessert
Roasted Graham Crackers, Chocolate Mousse, Chocolate Syrup. Toasted Marshmallow Cream
Beverages
Mock Cocktail , Water, Tea
"It concerns us to keep a strict watch
over our thoughts,
because God takes particular notice of them.
Thoughts are words to God."
Matthew Henry
Happiness is playing Mah Jongg with the girls.
Thursday afternoons are reserved for playing Mah Jongg.
Playing Mah Jongg is a great way to keep your mind engaged and lets you work out new challenges. Another benefit, we develop friendships! These two friends will celebrate their birthday this month. Their birthdays are on the same day... just different years.
"My beloved October has returned - with its brilliant colors, cool temperatures, and sunny, cloudless, azure skies, and I must enjoy it before it escapes for another year."
Peggy Toney Horton, Somewhere in Heaven My Mother Is Smiling
