To be in the house of the Lord forever is to be in His Presence forever, and so delighted to be so. Listen to Mr Keller’s summary, “This theme has run all through our studies. It is the alertness, the awareness, the diligence of a never-tiring master which alone assures the sheep of excellent care. And from the sheep’s standpoint it is knowing that the shepherd is there; it is the constant awareness of his presence nearby that automatically eliminates most of the difficulties and dangers while at the same time providing a sense of security and serenity.” (p171) As we learn to live in God’s very real Presence, knowing each day, deeper and deeper, that He truly loves us and desires for us to have, enjoy and share the Abundant Life, we can do just that. Apart from the increasing awareness of His Presence in, through and around us, we will simply not be able to have a truly fulling life here. Allow God to influence every thought. Allow God to affect every emotion. Allow God to inspire every choice. And allow God to direct every action. This is what I call the Cascade of Life, and it is the only way to completely live the life we were always meant to live, one with God, receiving and then giving His blessings to everyone around us, including back to God Himself.
Oh the symbolism and the insight and the actionable wisdom we can get from this book! Mr Keller knows what it is like to be a good shepherd, and he knows what it is like to be The Good Shepherd’s sheep. If we will learn from him, our lives will become healthier, more content and more productive. And we will bring God more glory! Once again, I do hope you will invest your time in this book. It is well worth the effort.
2023’s Got A Minute? Book Club
January: The First & Best Book Ever: The Bible
February: Love Is In the Air: “The 5 Love Languages: The Secret to Love That Lasts” by Gary Chapman
March: Spring Growth: “Secrets of the Vine” by Bruce Wilkinson
April: Living the Resurrected Life: “The Wonderful Spirit Filled Life” by Dr Charles Stanley
May: My Spiritual Mom: “Making Good Habits Breaking Bad Habits” by Joyce Meyer
June: Spiritual Dad: “It’s Not About Me- Rescue from the Life We Thought Would Make Us Happy” by Max Lucado
July: Financial Freedom “Complete Guide to Money” by Dave Ramsey
August: Summer’s Soul Restorer “A Shepherd Looks At Psalm 23” by W Phillip Keller
<>< Peace, Diane
