This Unprecedented Time

 A Thought to Ponder from your Pastor                                 Wednesday, Oct. 21, 2020

In his book 'Getting Ready to Preach,' United Methodist Bishop Robert H. Spain tells how "Casey Stengel, the former baseball manager, said, 'There are two kinds of baseball managers: managers who have been fired, and managers that will be fired.'" 

Bishop Spain then says there are also two kinds of Christians: "those who have lost their passion for the Lord, and those who will. We all suffer some periods of spiritual dryness."

What do you think? Is this a dry period? I believe most people worldwide wonder if this unprecedented time will redefine us for better or worse. As a pastor, I wonder how many have lost their faith or will lose it; or get stronger through the storm?

Jesus said, "Come to me, all you that are weary and are carrying heavy burdens, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me; for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy, and my burden is light" (Matthew 11:28-30). 

May God give you strength and courage to endure the hardships of life and ultimately, by his grace, help you grow closer to Christ, our Lord, and Savior, through the good and not so good days. Amen

 

Reverend Dr. Edward Judy, 

Summerville First UMC