What is about these late summer days that make people cross and cranky? Is it the heat that seems to suck the energy out of you? It is said that crime goes up during an extended time of summer heat along with domestic violence calls and fights among families.
The writers of the gospels tell us a story of when the disciples were arguing among themselves about who would be the greatest among them when Jesus came into power. Ah! His power was a trip to the cross after pain and humiliation in the court of Pilate. There is a basic belief that people respond out of fear or love. Does that go for cranky people? Pilate made a decision based on fear and sent Jesus to the cross, but first he washed his hands of the event (literally).
We have tiptoed into September and my sabbatical will soon end. I have mixed feelings around returning to work - truth be told. Fear, excitement, direction, boldness, energy, these are the words that resonate with me as I countdown to September 18.
If you are reading these words ask yourself how it is with you today, right now, this moment. Are you busy arguing with those you love around issues that will not matter in less than twenty-four hours? Or, maybe you are locked in fear over the changes you see ahead. Ask yourself if you respond to others out of fear or love. Do your words build up or tear down?
Stay cool - September is here. Back home the weather is slowly changing. Soon the vibrant colors of autumn will adorn the trees! May we clap our hands in joy - like the trees of the field!
See You Soon,
Pastor Judy
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