Here is today's communion meditation.

Yesterday we talked about Zechariah 8:23 which says, "This is what the LORD Almighty says: “In those days ten people from all languages and nations will take firm hold of one Jew by the hem of his robe and say, ‘Let us go with you, because we have heard that God is with you.’”

But yesterday I quoted this verse incorrectly and said, "we see that God is with you," rather than "we have heard that God is with you." 

I was reminded that Romans 10:17 says faith comes by hearing and hearing by the word or good news of Christ. And I was also reminded of the many times in the Bible where people heard a report of God/Jesus and it sparked their faith. 

In today's communion we are asking God to help us understand how faith comes by hearing the word of Christ and practically apply our understanding to our lives. 

Today's Health and Fitness Tip

This is the time of year when many people fall off of their new year's resolutions. And it is usually because they don't take a self-controlled, patient, and gentle approach that can be sustained. Self-control, patience, and gentleness are fruits of the Spirit and they should be part of everything we do. 

I am praying for you.

Daniel