ASLC Devotions -- Friday

Acts 24:10
¹⁰When the governor motioned to him to speak, Paul replied: “I cheerfully make my defense, knowing that for many years you have been a judge over this nation.

We don't get a lot of adverbs in the writings of scripture, and often we have to provide our own stage cues, as it were. However, today, we read that Paul made his defense cheerfully. He believes with all of his might that he's done nothing wrong, and in fact many things right, so it's not surprising that he's able to state his defense cheerfully. But it makes me wonder how many things I do these days cheerfully? How about you? Are you of cheerful spirit as you go about your day or make your defense? 

There are certainly moments when we understandably not cheerful, and perhaps it would even be considered inappropriate to be cheerful, but most days, at most times, my activities could use a dose of cheerfully.

Peace to you, cheerfully,
Pastor Jenn

Don't forget to turn back your clocks Saturday night! 
Sunday morning schedule: 9:00 education, 10:00 worship followed by congregational meal! See you there!