Between Faith and Works
I think that faith inspires works of grace. The trick is to keep the two in balance. How do I keep them in balance? Or do I? The calendar fills up easily with groups, meetings, gathering with friends, (maybe all or some of them church related).
Perhaps the key is to “calendar” time for our spiritual growth. Select a spiritual practice that appeals to you or fits your schedule and fills your needs, then set a time to practice it! Prayer, meditation, Bible study, walking, and practicing mindfulness are just a few suggestions. Keeping in closer touch with the holy just might make our works of grace more focused and meaningful.
Prayer: Jesus, help us keep our faith development and works of grace in a healthy balance. Thank you for reminding us that we need to practice both. Amen
Barbara Thompson