In a town near us but not our own, our pastor gathered with others from around the area yesterday to lead an interdenominational service for the 64th annual National Day of Prayer.
Kids played on the hill behind the gazebo. Musicians led us in praise. Pastors, civic leaders, a businessman, and a student led us in focused prayers. Attendees gathered in groups to pray together. Continue reading →
One of the things that most perplexed me when I started teaching was some of my students insisting they were completely different from the students at the next school over.
Both schools were similar in size. Both districts were farming communities with similar socio-economic and ethnic details. Driving between the communities, it was hard even to figure out where the border was. Five miles and a world apart.
My computer power was almost out, I had to hurry. There was only one hour to try to charge it as much as I could or I would be stuck without it until tomorrow.
“Stage 1 load shedding will be implemented from 1700 – 2200.”
Right. Find the power cord. Find the adapter. At 3% power – how much will I get in one hour? We’ll see.
In a few hours, the kids and I will get Tracy from the airport. There will be wide smiles, joyful shrieks, and tearful hugs. There will be wholeness and warmth and catharsis.
I try to grow in my faith and understanding, to follow Jesus ever more closely, and to speak only things that uplift, inspire, inform, or amuse.
Like most people I know, though, I am human, and I sometimes say the wrong thing clearly or the right thing imperfectly.
Anything I say poorly is my own fault and should not be taken to reflect the views of my God, my church, my fellow Christians, or the missionary organization through which I formerly worked.
The opinions expressed on this site are my own opinions. They are not necessarily the opinions or views of my former employer, SIM, or any current or future employers.
The Heffron Family