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Devotional Making Disciples

First word, His Word

Alarm sounds. Stumble out of bed. Half asleep.

Then, habit kicks in. First word, His Word. 

Simple practice. Way of life. Necessary.

And not something I can take for granted. Because distraction is always at the door.

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Devotional Making Disciples Memoir

Take the time

My mother tells the story. Her dad was going blind. So every morning she or her sister would stop by the home where he stayed. And read the Bible to him. 

One particular day, Mom was in a hurry. On a tight schedule. She rushed in with no time to spare. Out of breath and talking fast. “So, Daddy, which chapter do you want me to read today?”

In his slow Southern drawl, Grandaddy said “Well, how about Psalm 119?” 

Me perched between my two grandfathers. Waxing eloquent, I’m sure.