The Importance of Being There
I have much to write to you, but I do not want to use paper and ink. Instead, I hope to visit you and talk with you face to face, so that our joy may be complete.—2 John 1:12 (NIV)
“In repentance and rest is your salvation, in quietness and trust is your strength….”—Isaiah 30:15 (NIV)
When you are on vacation, it can be hard to downshift from work and truly enjoy your time away. Recognize the importance of taking a break to replenish your mind, body and spirit. Make a point to relax and enjoy every moment.
Lord, help me draw nearer to my loved ones—to get lost in the beauty of the moment, to be forgiving when things are not perfect and to appreciate my many blessings.
I have much to write to you, but I do not want to use paper and ink. Instead, I hope to visit you and talk with you face to face, so that our joy may be complete.—2 John 1:12 (NIV)
Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of compassion and the God of all comfort, who comforts us in all our troubles, so that we can comfort those in any trouble with the comfort we ourselves receive from God.—2 Corinthians 1:3–4 (NIV)
The one who gets wisdom loves life; the one who cherishes understanding will soon prosper.—Proverbs 19:8 (NIV)