HOPE

Please know that February 29^th is not just anyone’s birthday, it is your birthday!! It is so special that it only comes around once every 4 years! Before, you were even the gleam in your mother’s eye, God was thinking about you. Before the creation of the world, you were on God’s mind, and He chose February 29^th to be your birthday. So, on this day we want to recognize you and say, “Happiest of birthdays!”

There are many voices in your world that are trying to get your attention. It can seem like everyone has an opinion about everything. At times it can even become difficult to clear the mental clutter. On this your birthday, here is something worth listening to… He who has an ear, let him hear what the Spirit says to the churches. Revelation 2:29

If God were to send you a birthday card today, He just might say something like this.

You are loved – “Greater love has no one than this, that he lay down his life for his friends.” John 15:13

You are cared for – “Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.” Matthew 11:28

You are never alone – God has said, “Never will I leave you; never will I forsake you.” Hebrews 13:5

You are victorious – Jesus looked at them and said, “With man this is impossible, but not with God; all things are possible with God.” Mark 10:27

I am not sure what is happening in your life today, but know that God loves you, He wants to restore your spirit, He wants to be involved in every aspect of your life, and what seems impossible to you, is possible for Him!

So, on this your birthday, February 29^th, be reminded that you are still on God’s mind. Unlike any other gift you will receive today, God’s gifts are gifts that just keeps on giving for all eternity!!

Brian G

   ’54 / ’66 Columbia SC