Solomon tells us that “a happy heart is good medicine and a cheerful mind works healing” (Proverbs 17:22, AMP ). God undoubtedly has a sense of humor; we need only look at some of the animals He created (it’s hard not to smile at the sight of a hippo, a monkey, or a puppy). Or think of some of the married couples you know: don’t you think God was smiling at the wedding as He looked ahead to the interaction of the wildly different personalities that will be living together?Posts Tagged ‘retreat’
my retreat: first thoughts
My retreat was successful, though not without its difficulties. I decided to go on a retreat at the last minute — too late to schedule a room at St. Bernard Abbey, up the road in Cullman, Alabama (I highly recommend a retreat there; when I went 2 years ago, the brothers were gracious and the setting peaceful). I was able, however, to get a room at Ross Bridge again, through the help of our friend, but I realized it was foolish for me to leave Teddie and the kids at home while I stayed at a hotel when all I wanted was quiet. So, Teddie took the children out to the hotel on Saturday afternoon so that they could enjoy the pool, and I stayed home. Then, I went out to the hotel on Sunday afternoon, and they came back to the house so that they would be ready for school on Monday…
on retreat
I’m going on a mini-retreat Saturday afternoon through Monday afternoon, and so I may not post again till Tuesday morning. My focus, other than just slowing down and being quiet, is to seek direction for the fall: how does God want me to use my time? where should I give my attention and my energy? […]
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