"Lydia...listened, and the Lord opened her heart..."
Acts 16:14
I love the story of Lydia because it shows us that accepting Jesus into our lives and believing in Him doesn't mean sitting around, saying we are Christian! Lydia was baptized and immediately invited the disciples into her home. Her conversion led to action--immediately! We can give lip-service to being Christian, but what is really necessary is our giving service-service. I have been watching a PBS documentary series called "God in America." It has been fascinating to watch, throughout our history how faith has shaped this country. One of the most stunning examples, though, as been when Christians read their bibles, then set them down and went to work--making sure the poor were cared for, prisons were humane, children were educated. It was just like Lydia: they listened to the word of God, their hearts were opened, and they acted. Listen, open your heart, and act! Good advice for a May Monday! Love, heidi
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