August 16, 2026

I’m sure we all have those days … and maybe today is one of them … and you just want to stay in “your own little tomb.” The rain, the floods, the wind, the damage to your property and to your neighbor’s —– they have taken a toll. Your spirit …. your soul … your insides —— yes, you are weary and anxious. I think of Jesus’ words that ring so true: “Come to me … you who are weary and heavy laden … and I will give you rest. For my yoke is easy, and my burden is light.” Each of us has his/her share of burdens,. And sometimes we just need to “surrender them” to God’s care. Oh, God doesn’ make them “go away” … but just knowing the good Lord walks with us —– this can bring us an extra dose of strength and courage. This is why our “humble temple” is here. Whether you walk in the door this morning … or “tune in” from wherever you happen to be ——- we all share a common bond … and I know this gives me strength I could never muster up just by myself. I’m not sure what it’s like where you are …. but here: it’s wet, it’s cloudy, and there’s lots of weary folks. And I can here those words I too often take for granted: “Be still, and know that I am God.” Lord —- thanks for opening the door, so I can walk out of my tomb and face yet another day. Peace to all — Don