Joining in the Celebration

Greetings dear and precious sisters-in-Christ,

I grew up in a small town that celebrated the 4th of July in a big way. There was the parade, of course. The parade was a time for all the folks from the surrounding smaller communities to gather and enjoy seeing each other once again after a long year of struggles with planting and harvesting of their crops. Being able to come to the big city, which they referred to our small town as, and catch-up on all the happenings. (gossip) After the parade all would meet at the local fairgrounds to participate and enjoy the festivities (games and contests) waiting for darkness and then the display of fireworks. It was truly a community day. It was a day of celebration.

I hope that each one of you have the opportunity to join in all the festivities that are offered in your town or city and join in the celebration.

Abba Father, Praise thee this day for Your Son Jesus Christ who died on the Cross and has set us free from bondage and sin. Oh, Lord as we also celebrate our independence may we not forget the price that was paid for this independence. May we celebrate and worship the King of kings and Lord of lord who is the Way the Truth and the Life. It is only when we turn our hearts toward him that we are truly (in)dependent. In Jesus Name, Amen.

Joining in the Celebration

LyndiaSue