A THOUGHT FROM ALEX

My Kenyan brother Alex from work had something rather profound to share with me at the end of our work day (10:30 pm) last night.  In the course of the day the Lord laid this on his heart:

Today is over, which means we are heading somewhere.

I found that to be rather thought provoking.  rlkeller

THE WEEKEND / MY NEW BOOK

     Another weekend is by the boards ... another work week begins.  It's overcast and raining lightly this morning.  The pups are asleep on the bed behind me.  Marty is snoring.  Too funny!  

     Good service yesterday morning.  Nice dinner with friends Saturday night. Nice time with family yesterday.  God blessed us with a full, satisfying, restful weekend.  No complaints.

     The writing of my 4th book has hit a roadblock.  My research has stalled due to my schedule.  I am a random thinker so my thoughts and ideas hit me at odd times.  Not being able to sit down and write whenever I feel the urge to has been a bit of an issue.  The book will be completed when God wants it completed.  I not terribly concerned about it.  Some things are just more important at the time than writing a manuscript.  Know what I mean Vern?  rlkeller

ETERNITY HANGS IN THE BALANCE

          Looking back on my devotionals for the last few days or so, some might say I am coming on a little too strong.  My response is that I honestly feel led by the Spirit to say what I write.  Serving God is serious business and a definite choice that every man and woman must make at some point in their lives.  You can say to yourself "I don't believe there is a God" and go on your merry way or you can seriously consider God to be who He says He is.  It requires faith - believing something is, without actually seeing it.  The God issue is of eternal importance.  Christians believe heaven and hell hang in the balance of ones decision.  Choose wisely.  If you don't believe there is a God that you will have to stand before one day, you better be sure.  All eternity is at stake.  rlkeller

RANDOM THOUGHTS

       It's Wednesday morning.  It's a very cold morning ... 19 degrees to be exact.  The coldest day NJ has had so far.  It pales in comparison to some regions of the US, but still it is cold.  It's also sunny out, so that takes some of the bite out of the cold.  I like cold weather.  

       

       The Devils have won 2 in a row.  Happy day!  I think they're coming around.  Good.  

       Did I happen to mention that I love the Lord very much.  I am trying my best to imitate Christ with all my thoughts, words and actions.  It's a progressive thing.  Being painfully human I have good days and bad days.  I'm pretty transparent when it comes to expressing my thoughts.  I think a lot of people like that about me.  I don't pussy foot around ... I call it like I see it in Christian love.  I don't fire a salvo of judgment at people, especially non-believers.  I am not their judge and jury.  Only God can judge or at least that's the way it's supposed to be.  Lead them to Christ, don't condemn them to hell.  Later ... rlkeller

LIFE IN GENERAL

          Well, the Devils came out flying Saturday night and the Flyers were grounded.  NJ 5 Philly 2.  Great game!!  Anyway, we took down our Christmas decorations yesterday.  Always a sad day.  We really love the Christmas season.  There's talk of possibly some snow for tomorrow ... near midnight.  Who knows.  We usually wait till the morning to see what has happened weather-wise.  A doff of the cap to Stuart Scott of ESPN who died the other day after a 7 yr battle with cancer.  He was an iconic sports announcer and his loss shall be felt in the sports announcing community.  A new week is just beginning, unless you consider Sunday the first day of the week as some do.  The pups are asleep behind me on the bed.  I am doing what I do on any given weekday morning prior to going to work.  2nd shift work is pretty nice.  2 pm - 10:30 pm.  Not bad.  Goes pretty quick.  After 6:30 the last remnants of the day shift goes home and most of the big bosses have left for the day.  It's nice and quiet.  That suits me just fine.  Have an awesome day in Christ!! rlkeller

HOCKEY & DEVO HITS

          The NJ Devils (ice hockey) canned their coach and are still having trouble scoring goals.  We're going to see them play the Flyers at the Rock tonight.  Hoping for a win.  It's been a rough season so far.  I believe they are currently 13-20-6.  Ugh!  Oh well, glad my salvation doesn't depend on the outcome of a hockey game. 

          Huh!  Over 47,000 people have visited my devotional blog since it began back in March of 2011.  That's a lot of hits.  I hope all were blessed in some small way.  God is a good God.  Slow to anger, abounding in mercy and love.  It is my good pleasure to serve Him in this small way.  rlkeller

HAPPY NEW YEAR!!

       In watching New Year’s Rockin’ Eve last night and taking in all the sights and sounds of the festive occasion, it made me think of how many people may wish to have last night wiped from their life-slate.  Choices were made by millions of people.  I wonder how many are regretting them right now.  All our choices come with consequences.  Think before you speak, think before you act.  Sometimes there is no second chance.  God forgives, but pain and sorrow can be averted if wise choices are made in the first place.  Seek God's guidance in all life decisions and reap the benefits of being obedient. rlkeller