Chapel began this morning with a request to make a penguin.
To be honest with you, I was relieved. As far as Play Doh sculptures go, a
penguin is not as tough as some. So, the result was a cute little guy with big feet
and honest eyes.
He has one of those
looks that says “take me home”. I invited the kids to give him a name. That’s
always a treat. The consensus name was “Harry”. Harry is special indeed. I
doubt there is another penguin anywhere named “Harry”. Harry had a lesson for
us today. I shared with the kids that Harry is not very good at flying, but
he’s a great swimmer. In addition to that, Harry can do something that I can’t
do. Namely, Harry can enjoy really cold weather! In fact, He is content in icy
cold water. The Apostle Paul would tell us that Contentment is the best state
to call home. (Philippians 4:11). It’s a great reminder of the importance of
daily gratitude.
While I confess that I love summer and I love the hot and
dry weather that (normally) accompanies July, I am learning to give thanks
every day. The other day I was leaving the grocery store and offered up a
slightly derogatory comment about the rain. Immediately, a lady behind me in
line gave a gentle correction, “Rain is a blessing”. Indeed it is a blessing. This
week, my heart is heavy for the families of the firefighters who gave their
lives in service near Prescott Arizona. While living near Prescott, I loved to
drive up a rugged road to an overlook. It was one of those quiet places with an
incredible view looking toward Yarnell. I loved to go there to pray. Now, from
here, I pray for the people of Prescott and Yarnell.
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