Devotion for August 31, 2008

Reinhold Niebuhr writes, "God, give us the grace to accept with serenity the things that cannot be changed, courage to change the things which should be changed, and the wisdom to distinguish the one from the other."

Niebuhr gives us some excellent advice for living our lives. Change has been mentioned many times in this presidential election. In fact, this election is about change. In my life, there are some things which I cannot change. I recently celebrated a birthday and I am not another year older. That I cannot change. However, I do have things in my life which can be changed. I can be more disciplined in my spiritual life, I can watch my diet, and I can exercise more.

What about you? Are there some things you can change to improve your life?

On September 7, we are having our fall kick-off Sunday. We will have special things for the children, the choir returns and there will be a free pancake breakfast. The dress will be informal,

Our traditional service is at 9am, with some fun activities to follow along with breakfast. Our praise and worship service is at 11am. Come join us and Catch the Spirit.

Pastor Jim