Thoughts We Ponder as we seek
a New Shepherd
Former Presiding Bishop of the ELCA, Rev. Dr. H. George Anderson, once wrote in his monthly message about "Change."
He said, "It's one of God's surprises that the only assurance of change lie's in the unchanging nature of Jesus Christ."
He then quotes Hebews 13:8, which I have quoted before in this column, "Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and today and forever."
Then he continues by writing, "Jesus still changes lives, as he did 20 centuries ago."
If you are burdened, he will give you rest.
If you are anxious, he will give you peace.
If you are suffering, he will give you hope.
If you are wounded, he will heal you.
If you are weak, he will strengthen you.
If you are penitent, he will fogive you.
If you are lost, he is the way.
If you are confused, he is the life.
If you are drained, he is the life.
If you are sad, he will comfort you.
If you are satisfied, he will challenge you.
If you are lonely, he will find you.
If you are fearful, he will be with you.
Thanks, Bishop Anderson.
I am reminded of 1 Thessalonians 5:24, "The one who calls you is faithful, and he will do this."
With cheers,
Pastor Arley Fadness
