I haven't been sleeping lately. I never sleep well, but lately I haven't even been able to fall asleep. I try everything - counting sheep, praying for everything and everyone I can think of, drinking milk before bed, and tylenol p.m. All of these tries have been to no avail. But I keep trying!
This morning was another attempt. My husband left for the day, and I stayed in bed, determined to go to sleep. At about 8:30, I hear a lawn mower, and trimmer running in my yard (my horrendous yard). Deciding I wasn't going to get any sleep, I took my shower, got ready for the day and peaked outside. Much to my delight, there were two men from our church doing our yard work! I took them out some lemonade and thanked them profusely. Since James had not been well, and our lives being so busy, our yard has been terribly neglected.
After getting over the initial humiliation and embarrassment, I was overwhelmed with gratitude. We have the pleasure of being "shepherds" to one of the most loving congregations I've ever known. That these men, so willingly, worked so hard and diligently, just to bless their Pastor, was such a joy to me.
The Bible says a great deal about the body of Christ. How we all have different gifts, and are used in such a variety of ways. It gives a great picture of how perfectly the body functions when we all do our part. Today, I got a glimpse of that. I am so blessed to have such a wonderful group of friends that love and take care of us. And I am so grateful to be a part of the body of Christ. It's because of "sheep" like these that make being shepherds all worth while.
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