1020 S 10th Ave, Safford, AZ 85546, US
Pastor Corby's Ponderings
May 2022
Wherever Jesus went he loved the people and the encouraged people, he touched people, he held people, he healed people. On May 15th during Worship we will be laying on hands and praying for people. This is a time to think about how you want to serve God and live for Jesus. Laying on of hands is a CONSECRATION, a transmission of a God’s divine gift, or setting you apart for the service of God), Commitment to Look for the Positive (Lynda K. Fowler) How do you feel when you are around people who look for and talk about the negative things in life? When it’s cold they complain that they are chilled to the bone, when it’s sunny, they complain about the sweat on running from their brow. When it’s raining, they complain about the dampness. When things are going well, they could always be better! If you find yourself avoiding these “negative thinking” people, then you are not alone. People generally like to be around people who think and act in a positive way. A positive or negative point of view or perspective can also affect how you live your life and get along with your spouse. People in stable committed relationships maintain at least five times as many positive moments together than negative moments on a daily basis. How do you train yourself to be positive? Look for and build upon the “positive” or good in your relationships. Commitment is not a thing of the past, but in order for your relationship to thrive it requires a commitment—a commitment to using positive thinking and communication skills—in order to build a base for appreciation and respect. This commitment to building a positive relationship can be demonstrated in several ways: • Showing interest—Be attentive, listen to your partner. • Being affectionate—Touch, hold hands, be tender. • Showing you care—Do something special or out-of-the-ordinary. • Being appreciative—Let each other know when they bring you Joy. • Having tolerance—Focus on the strengths of your relationship. A commitment to emphasize the positive aspects of your relationship can lead to new traditions and memories that you and your partner build together. These are important investments in your relationship that will help see you through the changes and challenges of life. Smile, Laugh and watch Comedies! Signs of Life Take in the beauty and the scent of our Courtyard Rose Garden. Bring a book and relax a while. Take a walk through our Biblical Garden, smell the rich earth and have a seat and rest. Give thanks for people who have come before us and have passed on to eternity. You are welcome to leave a memorial of their lives under the olive tree. We have planted Sunflowers by the gate to the basketball court. Keep your eyes open, they are watered and the sun is shining!
Love and Blessings to each of us whose heart beats for the Lord, Pastor Corby pastorcorby2000@gmail.com
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Please pray for these churches and Pastors in May:
First UMC, Bisbee
First UMC, Eloy
First UMC, Safford
An Invite to you!
An Invitation is a kindness act.
You may not know this about me... I am a bit shy. Sometimes I am a bit insecure. There are moments when the message of God flows right through me and to your hearts. There are other times when the words do not come out the way I had planned.
I would like to get to know you, hear your faith story, listen to your family stories, and learn to work together for good!
An Invitation is a kindness act.
Pastor Corby Jo
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