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Bethlehem Lutheran Church, Toledo, 106 West Plumer Street, Toledo, OH (2026)

09/06/2026

This is the day that the Lord has made. Let us rejoice and be glad in it!

Jesus said to His disciples, "If anyone sins against you, go to them in private and tell them their fault quietly. If they listen, you have won a friend.". Matthew 18:15

Do unto others. Forgive and forget. Let go and let God. Forgiveness is such a powerful thing.

It's been said that; Apologies are more for the person apologizing, than for the person being apologized to. And, on some level that is very true. When we seek forgiveness, it's usually to help us feel better, to lift a burden, and to try and right a wrong. If our apologies are sincere, and accepted, both parties are winners. But here's the thing, and what we need to remember; we each have as many faults, and reasons to apologize than the next person.

So, the next time we need to apologize to someone, let's be sincere, admit our fault, and hope they accept our apologies.
If we are on the receiving end of an apology, let's accept it gracefully; because one of the hardest things we ever have to say is " I'm sorry, please forgive me." But, if Jesus could say, "Father forgive them" while hanging on the cross, we should be willing and able to do the same.

Blessings to all on this beautiful Sunday morning.

Dear Lord, Saying we're sorry, and asking for forgiveness is often so hard to do. Help us to remember that we are all in need of mercy and grace, and follow Your example. Amen

09/05/2026

Good Saturday morning everybody.

What makes our spirits soar, relaxes us most, and brings a smile to our face, and to someone else's as well.

So often Saturday's come and go and we've spent them catching up on left over week day work. Chores that need doing, errands that need running, doing what we think has to get done, or else! Those things are fine, but in moderation. The weekend needs to be more about "down time" than "catching up time". Why bother waiting all week for the weekend, if we're going to be working as hard as we did all week?
Weekends are the perfect time to have that second cup of coffee, maybe even with a donut; perhaps indulging in sitting quietly instead of rushing around, or getting out that special something we've put on hold for way to long.

Labor Day being celebrated on Monday, gives us a nice three day weekend, and the extra time to refresh, regroup, and relax.

So, this weekend, don't think twice about hitting the "pause button", spend some real down time, and don't feel the least bit guilty about it.
After all, that's exactly what the weekend is for!

Dear Lord, weekends are the time for us to slow down, take a step back, and enjoy life more without a schedule. Thank you for this special time to rejuvenate and rest. Amen

FINAL "GOD IS SPIRIT" SUMMER WORSHIP
Tomorrow morning at Bethlehem Lutheran Church at 9am we will be saying goodbye to our summer order of worship. We will be celebrating Holy Communion as well, and everyone is always welcome at God's table. What a great way to end the summer and get ready for fall. Hoping to see you at Bethlehem!

09/04/2026

Good morning on this rainy Friday, but let's still try to enjoy it fully!

Don't wait for the perfect moment for anything. Now there's a thought, mainly because, generally speaking, there's no such thing as a perfect moment.
An old friend of mine used to say, quite often, "Perfection is overrated. It's the imperfections that make life interesting and fun." And he went about his way to do things that made people smile or bring joy into the moment. Silly things like wearing mismatched socks, not just one black and one blue, but very noticeable ones. Or, on a day like today walking in the rain without an umbrella or jacket and humming all the while. Was he crazy? Eccentric? Or was he enjoying life, in the moment, the way he saw fit?

Joy comes in all shapes and sizes, and some times when we least expect it. And that my friends, is quite possibly, the best way to live
our lives.

Have a thoroughly enjoyable Friday, and an even better weekend!

Dear God, Perfection is not for us to achieve; but doing our best, enjoying life moment to moment, and bringing joy to those who need it most absolutely is. Please help us to do just that. Amen

09/03/2026

Good morning on this "Think About It" Thursday.

According to the weather forecast, today is supposed to be, first of all hot, with sunny skies, then party cloudy, and then a 50/50 chance of rain. It's a typical mixer bag of weather in Northwest Ohio!

Now, let's think back to the mid 70's. Who else remembers, or perhaps even owned, a mood ring? You know, those mystical pieces of jewelry that could tell our mood just by the color it turned.
When it was red or orange, we were angry, black or grey, we we're sad, blue we were worried, green we were carefree or peaceful, and yellow we were happy.
Like everything else of that nature, sometimes it was right, but just as often it was way off. After doing a bit of research, I found they worked off of a chemical that changed the color depending on body temperature. So, we could be in a great mood, but if our hands were cold, it showed we were sad.
We are always going to have a wide array of emotions at play in our lives, that's just plain, old human nature. And there are those people who tend to be grey, blue or red, more often than green or yellow.
Maybe what we need to do is leave those mood rings in the 70's, concentrate on being the best people we can be, and realize that our emotions, all mixed together make us the person we are. But hopefully, those happy colors will be with us more often than the sad ones.

Just something to think about on this "Think About It" Thursday.

Wishing everyone a bright and sunny, yellow kind of day!

Dear Lord, Life's circumstances dictate that we can't all be happy and cheerful all the time. Help us to remember that You are with us each step of the way, and that we can be the sunshine in someone's world when they need it the most. Amen

09/02/2026

Good morning on this "Wisdom Wednesday"

What are we ready, WILLING, and able to accept?

When someone asks for our help, or a favor, what are we WILLING to do? "What's in it for me?" should be the last thing on our minds because asking for help is usually the hardest thing most of us ever have to do.

Now, when we go to God for help, the same thing applies. Are we WILLING to accept His answer whether we like it or not? There will be times when His plan is not what we expect, or what we ask for. But we need to realize His will is always what's in our best interest.

So, whether we are asking for, receiving, or giving help, let's remember, it's a very wise person indeed who is WILLING to see the value in what is being offered, or what is received as well.

Have a wonderful wisdom filled Wednesday.

Dear God, so often we ask for Your help without considering how we will receive an answer to our prayers. Help us to realize that You will is always what is best for us. Amen

09/01/2026

Good morning on this "One Task" Tuesday and hello September!

Our "One Task" for today is . . .
Welcome this new month with open arms, and all the excitement of a child going to a party!

Summer has flown by so quickly. Autumn is on the horizon. But, according to the weather forecast, summer isn't finished with us just yet. We still have a few really hot days ahead of us.

It seems to me, that September is like April; it's a bridge month. April takes us from winter's bone chilling cold, into springtime's warm sunny days; and September takes us from the blistering heat of summer, to cool, crisp days of autumn.
For those of us who enjoy hot sunny days, it's time to say farewell to summer until next year. For those of us who enjoy cooler temperatures, and the changing colors, it's time to say welcome back, Autumn.

No matter what your weather preference might be, it's time to say "Thank you God" for this brand new month and the beginning of a brand new season with enthusiastic anticipation.

Have a terrific "One Task" Tuesday, welcome September, and look forward to the change of seasons coming our way!

Dear Lord, You have blessed us with a new month, and the coming of autumn. Help us to see this as a happy new beginning, filled with changing beauty, more than a sad ending to summer's adventures. Amen

08/31/2026

Good Monday morning.

This is one of those days that is both a beginning and an end; it's the beginning of a brand new week, and the end of the month of August.

Probably most of us are wondering, "What will this week be like?" "What will the new month hold in store?" How will we handle the problems and issues that are sure to arise?
So often we waste a lot time on negative "what if-ing", and that is not a good thing to be doing at all. What we should be doing is trusting in God, and doing more positive "what if-ing".
Instead of "what if. . ." it rains, something breaks down, or things could go wrong at work, we should be saying, "what if" this is the best day ever, things run smoothly, and life is good.
Now that's the kind of "what if-ing" we should always be doing.

So, on this final day of August, and the start of a brand new work week, "what if" we all decide to trust God's plan, make the most of every moment, and remember; we never have to think "what if" God is beside us, because He always is, no matter what!

Have a very great Monday!

Dear God, We never have to doubt that You are with us, we can always rest assured that You are. Thank you for being our hope, our guide, and our protector through all of life's "what if" moments. Amen

08/30/2026

This is the day that the Lord has made. Let us rejoice and be glad in it!

Taking up our cross and following Jesus can be as simple as an act of kindness, or as all consumimg as an everyday commitment to others.

So often we hear, "I'm a good Christian. I go to church, I donate. I do what I can."
But there is so much more to it than that. "Taking up our cross" is not so much what we do, what is seen and recognized, or what we are given credit for.
"Taking up our cross" is more about the quiet things, the unknown sacrifices we make, and the way we live our lives. It's what is in our hearts, it's sharing our faith, and it's being ready, willing, and able to do what is right, no matter the cost.

Today's Psalm says it best . . .
"Test me O Lord, and try me,
Examine my heart and my mind.
For Your steadfast love is before my eyes
I have walked faithfully with You." Psalm26:2-3

"Taking up our cross" truly means, we have walked faithfully with God; and when we do that, the cross is never a burden, but a joyful way of living each and every day.

Blessing to all as we "Take up our cross" and following on this Sunday morning.

Dear God, "Taking up our cross" and following You sometimes can be very difficult, but knowing You are by our side makes every step worthwhile. Thank you for giving us the strength, and the courage to follow wherever You might lead us. Amen

08/29/2026

Welcome to the weekend! Lets make it a good relaxing one.

Back in the day, many, many long years ago, I spent quite a few Saturday's on my grandma's front porch swing with her. She taught me how to do embroidery, with the patience of a saint. We would enjoy the bread or cookies we made on Saturday morning, and she would tell me family stories. Things like, "When your mother was little. . ." or, "Someday you'll appreciate learning to . . ." or, sometimes it was just quiet advice about life. And as grandmothers usually are, she was so very right a out so much.
Just taking the time to sit and "do nothing" may just be the "biggest something" there is. It gives us not only the time to rest our bodies, but to let our minds wander as well; and with the busy hectic lives we lead during the week it isn't a "guilty pleasure" at all, it's an absolute necessity!

This is the last weekend of August, summer is coming to an end, so enjoy this beautiful, sunny Saturday "doing nothing" in particular, which may just be exactly what is needed!

Dear God, being able to spend this beautiful day, "doing nothing" is the greatest gift imaginable. Help us to realize how important, and special, our memories, and a little time reflecting on them, truly can be. Thank you for this special Saturday to do just that. Amen

Everyone is invited . . .
Remember when Sunday morning started out with worship and then the family gathering together for a meal?
Bring back that special feeling and join in worship tomorrow morning at Bethlehem Lutheran Church at 9am.
It just might turn out to be one of life's "greatest pleasures"!

08/28/2026

Good Friday morning everyone!

Did we do our best this week?
OR. . .
Did we do just enough to get by?

When we get up bright and early, be probably, figure, today's another brand new day for getting lots done. We'll get busy with our schedules, or our to-do lists and have big expectations for a successful, productive day. That's how we feel before the day actually gets started.
By the time evening rolls around, we're tired, maybe frustrated, or even disappointed in how the day, or since it is Friday, the entire week, has played out.
We didn't finish every project. There didn't seem to be enough hours in the day. Things didn't go according to those perfect plans we saw in our minds eye.
What we need to remember is, if we did our best with what was available, in the time we had, that's all anyone can expect of us.

Yes indeed, morning is for grand plans, evening is for reflection, and the middle of the day is for performing to the best of our abilities.
That's all anyone, including ourselves, can ask and expect of us.

Hopefully this has been a good week, and this Friday will be an easy, happy one!

Dear Lord, So often we expect way too much of ourselves. Help us to realize there is only so much we can do, and as long as we do our best, we will be okay. Thank you for the many blessings in our lives. Amen

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