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1 John 3:18 – “My little children, let us not love in word, neither in tongue; but in deed and in truth.”
     Today my son, his girlfriend and my granddaughter are traveling to Jamaica. She is reuniting with family she hasn’t seen in many years and my son and granddaughter are going to visit and meet that side of the family for the first time. Everyone is excited and of course I can’t wait to see all of the pictures which will capture the memories they will make. These pictures are depictions of the wonderful experiences they will share. I know I will enjoy viewing them all; but when they look at the pictures there will be different reaction because they embody the actual ‘feelings’ and actions associated with the images.
     A picture is worth a thousand words because pictures are captured moments of real life actions. As I like the say – “I can show you better than I can tell you". Images linger in our minds much longer than words; therefore actions are more powerful than speeches. You can tell me that you love me, but the realness of it is when you show me that you love me. Do your actions match and exceed your words? Do you express your feelings to others in tangible ways so that your words can truly live for them. If someone is struggling; it is good to tell them you are concerned and praying for them, but it might help to buy some groceries, give them a tank full of gas or babysit for an evening to give them a break. Love isn’t just an emotion – it is an action. Take action today and make a real difference that will linger on the heart longer than words stay in the ear.
     Every day is a good day; it is up to us to make it a power-packed GREAT day! Don’t be distracted; stay focused on your purpose! Be blessed! Dr. JoAnn