Rev. Sheila Gillette
Scripture: Phil 2:3-5
“Do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit. Rather, in humility value others above yourselves, not looking to your own interests but each of you to the interests of the others. In your relationships with one another, have the same mindset as Christ Jesus.”
Thought for the Day: I heard this morning on KSBJ the DJ talking about this scripture and its meaning. Then the DJ was asking those listening, do we act like that, like Jesus, to all we meet? In our daily lives can the people we talk to, come in contact with, or live with, tell that we are Christian by our actions and words? Are we humble? Do we put others before ourselves? Got me thinking…………
Then as my day went on, I had to deal with the doctor, physical therapy, and insurance. They were both charging me my deductible; so, after paying double my deductible, I was getting a little testy on the phone with the insurance lady. I don’t think she could tell that I was a Christian by my words. Then I emailed the company that made the sewing machine that I bought for my granddaughter because there is a piece missing off the machine. When she called me back, she said “Rev. Gillette”? I said yes and we talked. She swears the piece is on the machine and I just didn’t turn the knob. Wow, did I stop and think about my reply after answering to “Rev”. I’m not used to people calling me that! I think I was a little nicer to her than the insurance lady. But that title, “Rev”, really put me in my place. I wasn’t acting like a good Christian with my mouth whether I had the title in front of my name or not! Every time we open our mouths, we are representing Jesus. Make your/my words count!
Prayer: Almighty God, help me to be your disciple. Give me the strength and wisdom to listen first, think about my response, and then respond in a loving, humble way. Let people know I am being an example of Christ in my daily walk. In Jesus’ Name, AMEN.
LOOKING AHEAD
July 5
Combined Service
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10:30am
Fried Chicken Luncheon
