Today is Friday, August 29th, 2008; Karen's Korner #1390

There are a few Bible verses which float around church circles; top of the minds of people who have learned a handful of Bible verses:
 
"This is the day that the Lord has made,
we will rejoice and be glad in it."
 
"I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me."
 
"Cast all of your cares on Him for He cares for you."
 
Or among others
 
"Where two or more are gathered in His name, He is in their midst."
 
That is the one I would like to focus on today.
 
Jesus in our midst when we worship together. Pray together. Work together.
 
I see Jesus when nine of us went to Cedar Rapids last Saturday to contribute a handful of hours to help restore Gloria's (a widow with extensive health problems) home. We were able to bring her Jesus with our efforts, buying her dinner (and the rest of our group) with mission funds from our church, and with a wonderful table grace at Arby's for lunch offered to all of us by Chris.
 
I see Jesus when we stopped at the Presbyterian Church in Cedar Rapis with a congregation who has opened its doors indefinitely to short-timers like us and to groups of people like those from Pennsylvania who spent this week working in their town. Leaders in the church offer their time and organizational skill. Members offer their building for a place to stay, eat, and hang out, for as much time as is needed.
 
I see Jesus as our local congregation scurries around to get our church building and membership ready to welcome a new minister and his family tomorrow.
 
I see Jesus when people invest their lives in others one-on-one or in small groups, as they love others.
 
I see Jesus when readers of Karen's Korner, send me a reading which means something to them; and I have the opportunity to send it on to those on my daily email list.
 
I see Jesus, if I only take a second look!
 
Thank You, Jesus, for opening my eyes. Make me even more aware. AMEN.

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