BLAIRGOWRIE

So much seems to be happening all around us just now. There is turmoil worldwide; both natural events and those caused by humankind. Danger and disaster would appear to be everywhere. What can we do? It always seems to be impossible to control those big things. But we can continue to remember it is God's world and He is in control. Our job is, as it says in Corinthians, to stand firm, be strong and courageous. And importantly to speak and act in love.

When it comes to our own little world of community, family, Church and other personal commitments the same applies. Things often seem to be running out of control—our control. But always remember nothing is out of God's control. We cannot always see it, but we can -and must - believe it. Again, we need to strong and stand on and obey the Bible verse “Be on your guard; stand firm in faith; be people of courage; be strong. Do everything in love”

1 Corinthians 16:13.

This applies in family life, where it is very easy to “lose the plot”. It also is easy to speak out of turn in frustration in community and Church life. But if we do it is essential to repent, be courageous and speak and act in love.

So let us be on our guard and be prepared to stand firm in our faith with grace and courage.

Blessings, Brian