Scripture: Mark 6:12
So the disciples went out and proclaimed that all should repent.
Thought for the Day: It was Leo Tolstoy who suggested that people will often think and dream of changing the world, but rarely will any of these people consider changing themselves. Can I make a confession? There are a number of things about myself that I am not entirely thrilled about, yet attempting to ignore or bury them seems oddly preferable to actually doing anything substantial that might actually bring change. The disciples went out and proclaimed a message of repentance, of turning more fully to God. I’m sure for many of them it was easier to announce repentance than to actually make the turn in their own lives. Today, think of one small area in your own life where even a slight spiritual pivot might better position you to see, experience and follow the ways of God.
Prayer: It seems easier to put it off indefinitely, but it is probably time that I make some modifications in the direction I am going. Gently nudge me, Gracious Lord. But if you so judge it necessary, I am ok with a little more force. Amen.
TODAY
