I have known a natural fast like being so involved in a project I forget to eat. But I am beginning to realize the value of purposefully fasting to train myself how to say, “No” to myself in order to serve goodness. Our desires do not always match up to what is good. It is logical that learning to say no to them can be a precious skill.
Jesus said “
I want to be wise in my interactions with others. Sharpen my sensitivities, Lord, that I may know when it is best to offer comfort and when to offer counsel.
“…the God of all comfort, who comforts us in all our troubles, so that we can comfort those in any trouble with the comfort we ourselves receive from God.” 2Cor.1 “Conversations Within” ts 12/10/25
Jesus certainly confronted people to decide whether to follow Him or not. Notwithstanding, He also went out to find that one lost sheep and bring them back into the fold of His love. Some souls have fallen into such dire circumstances that they do not have the strength to follow Christ. They have to be carried home on His shoulders.
“And when he finds the lost sheep, he joyfully puts it on his shoulders and goes home.” Jesus “Conversations Within” ts 12/10/
I am surrounded by beauty and goodness. Each moment flows into the next as I float in the river of gratitude between the banks of Your wisdom. Help me slow life down so I can take more in and drink deeply from the well of Your goodness sweet Lord.
“Where shall I go from your Spirit? Or where shall I flee from your
I smiled the other day when I realized that I was starting my annual struggle with depression simply because it is that time of year--cold dreary weather, hormones that need to be burned off because I am sitting around too much. Never underestimate the power of simple exercise. Put on some “pep in your step” music and dance until you drop.
And David danced in front of the Lord with all his might.” - 2 Samuel 6 “Conversations Within” ts 12/9/25
