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Message Summary: God bears with us when we say what's on our mind; whether it's wise or foolish. After all, Peter went on to be one of the main spokesmen in the early church. God equips us with wisdom and insight from His Word that gives us further understanding for the unusual and unwelcome surprises we might encounter from time to time. The goodness of the Lord far surpasses our human limitations and frailties. So the next time you or someone you know says something really foolish remember this story and apply grace! ![]() "Peter said to Him, 'Master, it is good for us to be here. Let us put up three shelters—one for You, one for Moses and one for Elijah.' He did not know what he was saying" (Luke 9:33). It's good to be home after my trip to the Southwest for a chaplain's conference. It's good to be back with my family, especially since I hurt my back a couple days ago and the pain became more intense after my long plane ride so it's great to have a loving wife care for me. ![]() One of our family's favorite vacation memories took place about twelve years ago in Eureka Springs, Arkansas where we dined in the Crystal Dining Room of the historic Crescent Hotel. After our delicious meal the harried server came to our table and asked, "Are you ready for deodorant?" ![]() Have you ever said something and wondered afterwards, "Did I really say that?" ![]() But I have always been intrigued by Peter's eager suggestion of putting up three shelters: one each for Jesus, Moses, and Elijah. What was he thinking! Was this his eager attempt to show hospitality? He would even provide them with their own private dwellings. Luke candidly points out that Peter "did not know what he was saying." Mark adds, "They were so frightened" (Mark 9:6). We really don't know what Peter was thinking but we can all identify with feelings of inadequacy when we are fearful; when we're faced with circumstances that we've never encountered before, but feel that we must give a verbal response to the matter before us. Sometimes we just blurt it out before thinking it through! God bears with us when we say what's on our mind; whether it's wise or foolish. After all, Peter went on to be one of the main spokesmen in the early church. God equips us with wisdom and insight from His Word that gives us further understanding for the unusual and unwelcome surprises we might encounter from time to time. The goodness of the Lord far surpasses our human limitations and frailties. So the next time you or someone you know says something really foolish remember this story and apply grace! Be encouraged today, Stephen & Brooksyne Weber ![]() ![]() Another view of Canyon Lake. (Click to enlarge) Wednesday afternoon after the conference was over I took a scenic drive east of Phoenix on the "Apache Trail" which winds through the Superstition Mountains and leads to the lake and a rustic town of Tortilla Flat (population 6). ![]() The Superstition Mountains are about 25 miles east of Phoenix but can be seen from the city. ![]() As you begin the Apache Trail you pass by the Goldfield ghost town where I took a look around from inside my car since it was over 100 degrees. I found it interesting that many of the attractions around Phoenix are closed during the summer. Arriving back in Harrisburg yesterday afternoon it was a hot 97 degrees and yet it felt cool in comparison. ![]() Sam Rust has a ministry to truck drivers. He recently was acknowledged for 50 years in ministry. Some 35 years ago he brought his mobile truck chapel to our church in northern, PA and parked right in the center of town. ![]() Seeing old friends at a conference like this reminds you of life's progression. We wonder if we are starting to look older to others? We met Steve and Lillian Sparks back in the late seventies when we were young and served on the district youth committee. Steve served a church near Three Mile Island Nuclear Power Plant at the time of the accident in 1979 and spoke of having Women Aglow in his church. ![]() Our musician for the conference was Mia Koehne who has written some beautiful music such as "You Are Not Alone" Video (First video on page) To receive the "Daily Encouragement" each Monday-Friday through email see this page to subscribe to our email list. You can also subscribe to the Wordpress rss feed or through a Wordpress email subscription. 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