End of Week Musings

It's the end of the week, and I have the weekend to look forward to... A big part of me is anticipating my next interaction on Sunday; for, it's been on my mind all week. However, I do feel that I've been able to pray about, think it through, and have a good perspective, with my emotions in check. My friend and I have said that we can probably analyze our way out of almost everything; and in some ways, I may have done it here. I know when I logically think things through, I recognize that there are risks and uncertainties. So, I'm approaching this with subdued expectations and restrained reserve. One thing I am happy about, however, is that I've been motivated to work on my weight. With exercising every day this week, and watching what I ate, I've been able to get on track and drop a few pounds. I'm going to try to keep this up the next few weeks, so that I can get back to my ideal weight. In preparing for my Sunday class lesson on the fear of rejection, I feel like it could be a very deep lesson; but, from just going through the passage, I have only touched the surface. I'm hoping that by Sunday, the Spirit will reveal to me some additional insight. When we think of the fear of rejection, we often think of it in relation to others; but, the passage in Isaiah 41 actually talks about the fear of rejection by God, since it was from the perspective of the Israelites while they were in captivity and exile due to judgment for their sins against God. But, throughout the passage God assured them that He has not forsaken or rejected them, and that He was with them and would help them. That assurance is actually what can help us deal with rejection from others, for while others may reject us; God never will. The passage also deals with rejection from the world, showing that God is the One True God, and the "idols" that the world turns to instead are really worthless and are as nothing. Last night, "The Listener", one of the shows that I have been watching this summer was no longer on; and looking at the website, it seems like it will no longer be airing. I have a bad track record of liking shows that often get cancelled, and it will be unfortunate if this is the case here. I like the idea that the main character uses his gift to help others. I think what could've made the show better may have been the casting for Olivia. Somehow, she doesn't inspire us to root for their relationship. But, other than that, I think the show is well-written and has good stories. I also watched "So You Think You Can Dance". The final dancers are talented; but, there isn't one that truly stands out. There seems to have been more stand-out dancers in previous years. Besides, the dancer that was my favorite this season has already been eliminated. This week, I received a support letter from my church's previous music director. The church he was just at is sponsoring him to go to seminary; and there's a farewell gathering for him and his family this weekend. I pray that God may guide them and use them. And I pray that He will reveal to me, as a steward of His resources, how much I can send for support. I am grateful for all that God has blessed me with. My desire is that He will show me how I can most effectively serve HIM and live my life for HIM.