It is such a pleasure to be aware of God’s love for me and the grace that He showers on me to keep this ministry going in spite of the obstacles. I am definitely not supposed to be here hanging around this long getting to do all the fun stuff that has come up. It is a miracle for sure. So happy that you are here to do it with me too. That is a gift of the Camino to realize that we are so connected.
We did a lot of talking yesterday with Caminoheads and other great citizens of the area. We were out on the road to connect and recreate. My Rebecca called our daycation highly successful. Yes, I will second that even though there were travel glitches but aren’t there always to some extent. We missed the last boat from Tacoma and had to hightail it up to Seattle to cross there on the midnight ferry. But yea, stuff happens.
We are walking at four this afternoon and tapas afterward if you are in the vicinity. I was going to say if you are in the neighborhood but you are already in the neighborhood if you are reading this. That is a miracle too that we have this website where we gather to “figure things out” and we do occasionally.
Later loves, Felipe.
Good morning Phil,
Caminoheads is always an important part of my daily meditations.
You are such a blessing and “showing us the way” to deal with whatever life throws at us!
I happen to have a Life Recovery Bible that has insights into the Biblical writings.
I looked up your reference to 2 Corinthians 6 – 12, and there were some “gems” that fit well with your messages.
“in admitting his own weaknesses, Paul sensed God’s grace at work even through his chronic physical suffering and spiritual warfare.”
“Paul reflects on the value of suffering. The hard times in life tend to either crush and disillusion or challenge and stimulate us. It is sometimes hard to keep going when the going gets tough. But it can be a real encouragement to know that God is with us in the midst of the trails we face, and that can use even our weaknesses for His Glory.”
“Paul reminded his readers that their weak bodies will someday be replaced by glorious new ones. To many of us, the aging process is a depressing reality, one we’d like to avoid. But there is a comforting side to aging if we trust in God.”
“it is essential that we learn to encourage others without giving up the balance of our own life.”
I am also reminded of a truth that is found on Day 21 of Annie’s book: “Surrender is the only true position of power.”
Just some good thoughts about the work that you are doing…
We are having our Lake Forest Camino this Saturday; thinking back on the impact you had last year on our faith community. We will miss you this year, but you will be held in our collective thoughts and prayers.
I am looking forward to seeing Annie again; I think that she is sharing her new movie version of Phil’s Camino.
Can’t wait!
Lake Forest Santiago De Compostela Loves,
Maureen
Maureen ~ thank you for the meaty response. I have never heard of that Bible version. Do you get a lot out of it? Yes, Paul and his issues are something to ponder. I think one thing that it shows is that we are supposed to reflect God’s image in whatever shape we are in. We can’t use it as an excuse. “Oh God, I’ll be with your program as soon as I get this health problem squared away.” Or “Oh God, just as soon as the mortgage is paid or the kid’s are out of school.” Paul’s problem was part of his mojo and he just went with it. It is all a good lesson for me.
I am sorry that I won’t able to be with you for the St James celebration. Our son is getting married here at the ranc on the 4th of August. Am knee deep in preparations now.
Best to you, Felipe.x