GRACE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH

With the last long-weekend of the summer behind us, the school year is underway.  It’s been a while since I laced up a new pair of shoes, tossed a pack on my back, and headed off to the hallowed halls of learning; but the memory of that first assignment remains etched in my brain.  We had no sooner found our seats, when the teacher would tap a well-worn pointer on the desk and announce, “For our first assignment, I want each of you to write an essay.”  A collective groan preceded the announcement of “I would like to tell me all about your summer holidays.” 

When you need directions, it helps to have a good GPS. Or access to Google Maps. Or an up-to-date paper map. Or a friend who knows how to get there.  

As Grace Church begins a new leg of the journey, we have a Friend who knows the road. He knows potholes, construction slow-downs, and important scenery. Jesus is not big on shortcuts. But he guarantees to get us where we need to be.

Our challenge is to let him lead.

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One of the things we see on the news daily is the inundation of homes near water sources, the Ottawa River, creeks, low lying areas, you name it. Perhaps you are like me and ask yourself why the city or region would allow buildings to be built in these areas that are prone to flooding. And if the officials allow it, why would homeowners continue in these buildings and properties causing themselves the stress and pressures of being unable, in many cases, to actually remedy the situation and have a safe property to live on. Everyone makes their decisions in light of their understanding of the situation in which they live. They choose the best path they can figure out. Is it for me to judge those who are in waterfront residences? It is not my decision...