You may have noticed the mention of my “Wednesday Girls” a time or two. They are the precious women that hang out with me on Wednesdays for Bible study and living life together. This past spring, we decided that, in addition to our reading some books together over the summer and meeting every couple of weeks for discussion, we would plan a weekend to gather at the beach for a retreat.
I love doing new things. Of course I’ve been to the beach and I’ve been to retreats before, but I’ve never done it with these girls. It will be new and fresh and significant because of the specific combination of souls that are present.
I love the limitless creativity of God. I love how His Word is new and fresh and significant in the context of my life, just as it is in the context of my Wednesday Girls’ lives. I love how He can be the “Him” He’s always been, and will always be, and yet show up in a completely new way, depending on who’s there and what they are bringing to the table. It’s extraordinary. It’s God.
How is God showing Himself to you – new and fresh – in a way you’ve never experienced? I’ll be away until Sunday, but will have some insights of my own to share when I return – I’d love to hear about yours!
He put a new song in my mouth, a hymn of praise to our God. Many will see and fear and put their trust in the Lord. Psalm 40:3 NIV
What a great idea — Wednesday girls. : ) There are no beaches in beautiful green country Oklahoma, but I’m surrounded by four lakes, hiking, and beautiful green trees and hills.
You Wednesday Girls I'm thinking, are like my Friday Friends. We are planning a retreat over night in August here locally, at a B&B. God placed this on my heart as I love to Mentor these young precious hungry women….but we couldn't find a time for us to do so, and one suggested a B&B right here. HOW COOL!
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Love ya, Friend!
Yolanda
Thanks for putting up the PL banner…a trip to the beach sounds wonderful. I don’t know what kind of weather y’all are having, but it has been raining for days here! So much for sunny FL…make sure you check out the PL blog!!!
Wish I could have a weekend at the beech. What a great idea. I need some time there so I can get ready for the ladies retreat. In the mean time I’m praying for God to multiply the time he has given me. I would love to catch up so call or email whenever.
Have fun with your Wed. girls!!
The beauty of the beach ALWAYS reveals God to me. It is my favorite place on Earth.
I think that is fantastic that y’all are able to do that.
I wish I could come.;)
Have a wonderful weekend. Wrote about some God moments for me this past week over at the ole blog if you want to come read.
Hugs,
Fran
Hi Melinda: Found you through the PL Blog… congrats on your book win. I’ve enjoyed reading through some of your posts. It is always nice to find other believers who are sold out to our Lord.
What a great idea to get together for relaxation as well as study. Truly the best way to get to know each other. It is in spending every day moments with friends that our hearts are knit together.
Not to mention the beach is probably the number one place I love to spend time. I’m convinced my heaven will be on a beach. 🙂
Meems @ Walk Wisely
I have some “Tuesday” girls. They are all 80 plus. I don’t think we’ll make it to the beach for a retreat, but maintain our places at the local pizza shop each week. We started this group when I moved here 4 years ago. We’ve rarely missed our weekly meets. They are life to me for so many reasons. Mainly, I love their humor, their no nonsense approach to life, and their wisdom that oozes with every word.
And, yes, I love their wrinkles. They stand as a witness to a life lived well. Hope your weekend fills your heart with the peace and truth of Jesus.
~elaine