Gulp-N-Go Christianity week 42

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Beyond the Mirror
week 42 
“So teach us to number our days that we may get a heart of wisdom”
(Psalm 90:12, ESV).

REFLECTION
I’d squirm and she’d give me the look.
I’d yawn and she’d swat my leg.
I’d giggle and she’d threaten me with my big brother.
Church...again...Twice a week. Sometimes more...the point was moot - wasn’t it? But then again...

I can still recall my mom’s stories of “All day meetin’s and dinner on the ground”.  According to her, the entire community would spend Sundays at church - all day Sunday - and walk home by lantern light. Her reply of “It’s just what folks did back then” didn't answer my question of why they'd want to! Apparently, those folks weren’t  in a rush to leave God’s house. They’d tarry a bit, sing from hymnals, listen to the preacher, and eat together. Kids would nap under the pews, no electronic gadgets to calm them down or occupy their wandering minds. They built relationships, with God and one another, learning to depend upon each other. Creating quality relationships by spending quality time in each others company. When my parents were coming up, there was no gulp-n-go Christianity.

IMAGINE THIS
There are several things that we are missing out on with our ‘Gulp-N-Go Christianity’. Our ability to hear from God. Learning to recognize His voice, personal and spiritual growth, and living a life of healthy holism - not compartmentalized living - but living whole and holy lives. This week’s Bible study takes us into the past. A past where time with God was welcomed. A reprieve from hardships. A time when neighbors came together in unity to share life and uplift one another.
A DEEPER LOOK
Daily scriptures
Sunday
Hearing from God
Monday
Discerning God’s Voice
Tuesday
Spiritual Growth
Wednesday
Spiritual Maturity
Thursday
Impactful Witnessing
Friday
Spiritual Healing
Saturday
Relationship Building

MY THOUGHTS
This week, journal your thoughts on how church attendance has enriched your relationships; first with God, then with your family and neighbors. Then consider ways in which you can enhance your church experience.
Be blessed this week y'all
In Christ with love and compassion,
Coach Kelly
#YourLifeCoachingWV
#BeyondTheMirror

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