“There is a time for everything,
And a season for every activity under heaven…”
(Ecclesiastes 3:1-8)
School is out. The kids are home. Vacation is just around the corner. It’s hot outside. Summer is here!
Summer is a great time of year, because it provides an opportunity for a change of pace. We get so busy the rest of the year, we need a break. We need rest. We need Sabbath. We need extended Sabbath sometimes. So, I encourage you to take a vacation this summer. Go camping. Go to Disneyland. Go on a cruise. Go visit Grandma & Grandpa.
Even at church, many of our ministries and Bible Studies take the summer off. But, even though you take a break during the summer – don’t take a break from God! Include Him in your summer plans. In fact, I encourage you to use your summer break for some spiritual renewal, as well. Spend come extra time in prayer. Read more of God’s Word. Memorize some Scripture verses. Read a good book. When you’re in town, come to church. When you’re on vacation, visit a different church just for fun. Enjoy the Lord as you rest and relax this summer!
In that regard, I’d like to issue a Summer Challenge. Here are four things I encourage you to do this summer as you enjoy your change-of-pace.
1. Read the Book of Proverbs – it’s full of practical every-day
wisdom!
2. Memorize three Proverbs – 1 each month
- Proverbs 1:7
- Proverbs 3:5-6
- Proverbs (you pick one)
3. Visit another church while on vacation.
4. Invite a friend to visit your church.
Dear Heavenly Father,
Thank you for different seasons of life!
Thank you for the summers in life, when we enjoy some extra Sabbath.
As I rest this summer, may Your Holy Spirit
fill me with your presence and peace.
In Jesus’ name, Amen.
