As we reflect upon the life lessons and learnings from this time of sheltering in place, we should be reflecting on what we have learned that we want to carry with us into the future. Wesley talks about the Christian goal of moving toward perfection in love throughout our lives, so what have you learned about love?

A Prayer in Spring, by Robert Frost 

Public Domain.

When we feel guilty or ashamed that we are dependent upon others, it can be helpful to remind ourselves of why they are serving us.

Today's scripture reference is Galatians 5:13-17, from the Common English Bible (c) 2011.

How Great Thou Art

Originally written by Carl Boberg

This translation "O Mighty God, when I behold the wonder"

is by E. Gustav Johnson, 1925.

Public Domain

I almost named this episode: Partners in Comfort.

Scripture today is from 2 Corinthians 1:3-7

Common English Bible (c)2011 Common English Bible.

Scripture Quote today is from Ephesians 4:26-32, Common English Bible (c)2011 Common English Bible.

Article referenced is by Bernard Golden, Ph.D.

https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/overcoming-destructive-anger/201707/7-stories-you-may-tell-yourself-invariably-arouse-anger

CCLI Song # 2456623 Billy J. Foote

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All rights reserved.

Permission to podcast the music obtained from CCLI #20153811

Precious Lord, Take My Hand

Words by Thomas A. Dorsey, 1932

© 1938 Hill & Range Songs, renewed Unichappell Music, Inc.

All rights reserved. Reprinted under OneLicense.net A-723218

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This story is an example of finding hope by thinking creatively.

Story from Aesop's Fables, Translated by George Fyler Townsend, 1887.