The "Skunday" part wasn't a typo. It's in honor of the little ones at church that can't talk clearly. I love little kids. Today at church they sang "If You're Happy and You Know it." Most of the kids were not enthusiastic but a few stuck out when it came to being enthused. I got many blessings out of my Sunday, but that was just one.
My Sunday began in my Sunday School class. We talked about making a difference and reaching out to someone. Doing a simple deed or even just saying, "Jesus loves you" can brighten someone's day. I want to do more for people and demonstrate God's love. I also want to share more with friends about Christ. I've been told countless times there is no greater thing you can do for your friends than to tell them about God's love for them and how to have eternal life with Christ.
Every once in a while, a request is made for the pastor to open the doors of the church. Last night, two attendees of my church, got saved at a youth rally, and became members this morning. To see someone saved is very touching and I cried tears of joy. It was a wonderful way to start the service.
Then the worship service began. The little kids sang. I reminisced on the days when I was up there singing "If You're Happy and You Know It." Then we moved on to congregational singing and then to where people sing when God lays something upon their heart. I've learned a lot lately about the strength of God and I know a hymn about Him being stronger than mortals and that the answer to everything created is God . God was calling me to share this with the church. We sometimes forget just how big He is. The chorus of the song goes:
"It takes somebody strong and tall to hang the stars so high, Or paint the morning sky, or make a sparrow fly. There is an answer to it all and you've never heard, don't ever doubt my word, it's bound to be the Lord."
I finished the song, and that's when it happened. We have women at her church that over do it on the decor. Anyway there was a pot of flowers beside the altar. A leaf thing got caught on my shirt and brought the whole plant with it. The congregation laughed, and going back to what I said in my last blog, I laughed too. It was pretty funny.
Now on to the preaching. My Dad's a preacher and the whole stereotype about preacher's kids being wild is NOT true. In my case anyway. Well today he started in Malichi chapter three. Then he went on to talk about change and fear. Usually my dad is laid back, but today he was stern with the congregation. Today's sermon got my attention, and I soaked in every word of it.
Today, I also went to the nursing home to share the love of God. Once a month, my church hosts a little church service there in the afternoon. I enjoyed it, it's something I love to do. Although my mood did get spoiled a little bit, God brought me back to reality and my attitude made a complete turnaround. I visited with a 105 year old woman. I visit her sometimes with my grandma. She's a sweet, Godly woman who knows how to make your day. With a big smile on my face, my grandma and I sang "You Are My Sunshine" to her. She loved it. She had a big grin on her face and had tears in her eyes. Knowing I brightened her day, made my own day even brighter. I bidded her goodbye with a kiss on the cheek. She kissed my hand as I left the room and told me to come back. I assured her that I would be back real soon.
I was told by Kenny Lockhart that my experiences at church would be more fulfilling if I expected to get something out of the service. Well today I did just that and he was right. I got many blessings out of today alone.
So part of the title of this blog is "Unexpected Blessings." That comes from the unexpectedness of my cousin getting pregnant. This was exciting news for our family. I know she'll be a great mom. They didn't know they were ready, But God is blessing her and her husband with the experience of the miracle of life.
I hope to continue having these "Jesus-filled" days. They do me good and the people around me. I was complimented on my smile by a Pentecostal preacher. I never realized just how much an impact just a smile and a little song can have on someone until today. They too have an impact on me.
