Thoughts

Jeremiah 35 was my Bible reading this morning on the plan John and I are reading through. I don't know how many times I've read the chapter, but today was the first time I really took notice of what it had say. The Lord punished people for obeying their father instead of obeying him. Years ago when my conscience bothered me about things I would convince myself I was ok because I was obeying God's command to obey my parents.
Now I understand that I love and honor my parents best by obeying God and honoring Him. I love my husband and children best by loving God first.
And just for the record I am not advocating rebellious behavior. All situations are different, but a choice to disobey your authority and follow God should be done with much prayer, and hopefully godly counsel.

Another thing on my mind that I am thankful for. This probably sounds silly, but I was afraid that by going to a church that was less reformed in practice that I would not be fed. I was completely wrong in that fear, nothing is further from the truth and we have been fed, encouraged, and helped very much by the preaching we have sat under. And I also wondered if we would be able to find a church with good pastoral care who would even have shepherding visits. It's no exaggeration for me to say that the best pastoral care I have received has been where we worship now. 

"Oh that men would praise the Lord for his goodness, and for his wonderful works to the children of men! For he satisfieth the longing soul, and filleth the hungry soul with goodness."

Psalm 107:8-9