Be devoted to one another in brotherly love; give preference to one another in honor. (Romans 12:10)
I recently read an article telling about a Disney Cruise. The writer, her 3-year daughter, oh! and her husband went on. It seemed the "cruise" was pretty much about the "girl." I'm sure "Mom" got "paid" to write the article....
Well, it reminded me of the one and only cruise my Beloved and I took. Similiar stops... The main difference was the "Characters." Allow me to take you on a short meander on a "typical" cruise.
Upon stepping aboard you are "greeted," possibly by cheers or applause... Every morning the captain will greet you if you care to "listen," (over intercom); you may opt to turn it off. You will be served like Royalty, (almost). You will want to read your itenirary daily; to know the direction the ship is heading that day. You will want to know when to embark from the ship. There will be "treasured" places to explore; and once in lifetime experiences to be had! Some may wish to try their luck at the casino. You will enjoy great banquet feasts at dinner. The views will be stunningly breathtaking... Then, it will be over!! I'd like to tell you about a different cruise...
There too are "many" different "characters." You will be Heralded upon receiving your "passport." The captain will personally greet you, as often as you like... he's never too busy! It's also a good idea to check your itenirary daily; to see where your going. There are many yet unseen "treasures," waiting for you to find. The "dealer" will tell you, "your debt has been paid in full," if you ask. There is a Banquet Feast awaiting you!
This ship is called Life! Were all welcome on board- headed to the same destination. "Our captain," Jesus Christ! Some will never make it... they've fallen overboard and refuse to accept the "Life Saviour." Others may feel they still have time... and never get on board. We all have a Passport with our name on it... we just have to accept it! Destination Heaven... R-U- on Board?!
*Bonus* Tips for a "Smooth cruise"
#1. Listen to the "Captain"... The Lord will guide you continually...(Isaiah 58:11) He loves to be greeted daily. "Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God." (Philippians 4:6)
#2 Look to your "itenirary" often. "The Word" serves as a "map" to guide us on our quest for "hidden treasures." "Your word is a lamp to my feet; And a light to my path." (Psalm 119:105)
*Love Dare* Love your fellow ship (mates)...
"rather, serve one another in love" (Galations 5:13) On this cruise "we" are the "servants". Servants are NOT selfish. Imagine how smooth our life would be if we served each other like Royalty!? Treat your "Best Mate" to a mini cruise... your the ship staff. "Let nothing be done through selfish ambition or conceit, but in lowliness of mind let each esteem others better than himself." (Philippians 2:3)
*Greet your Mate Lovingly. Make their Fave meal... without complaining about the clean-up, after! Get the house as "ship-shape" clean as possible! (This one will take the most prayer for me!) Phil. 4:13... Take an "excursian" together... personally our budget is $00... some of you may have more to spend. Be creative and do what's within your budget! Most importantly "Be Self-less... for as long as possible!!
Serving HIM!!
JKEST Vicki
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