Holiness

For Christians, Holiness is similar to what the Nazirite vow was for Samson - to be set apart for God.  Learning from Samson's life, we see that not only should we know our weaknesses and prepare defenses against Satan's attacks; but, we should also know our strengths and seek how they can be most effectively used for God.

So, what are my strengths?   I have good organizational and administrative abilities; and  God has given me the gifts of teaching, helps, and giving.  I am also goal-oriented, persistent, and faithful. I am using my gifts and strengths to serve HIM; and my prayer is that He will continue to use me for His Work and His Plans.

We also served at COA this past week.   The verse that came to me this week is "He who is kind to the poor lends to the LORD, and He will reward him for what he has done." (Prov 19:17)   I do wonder about the stories of those who were there, how they got to where they are.  There were a few who actually stood out and were young, intelligent (even witty), had charisma, etc.  My prayer is that God will touch the hearts and minds of those we serve, particularly when they listen to the music and the message during the worship service portion.