Where was this devotional over the weekend?

Our Daily Bread
I am very thankful for God's strength and discipline.  I promised myself and God that I would behave myself over the weekend even though I knew that I would have many, many chances for drinking and carousing and sex.  Some of my friends noticed.  Some didn't.  I made it clear that I got out of the weekend the things I wanted -- I met new friends, I caught up with old ones, I helped raise money for a charity and I passed a tremendous test.  I am humbled by the experience.  I know it was only by the grace of God that I was able to keep my promise.

Why you might ask?  Look at today's devotional.  Seeking pleasure or fame or riches or whatever things the "world" thinks as good only leads to the realization that "all is vanity and chasing the wind".  I am not much of a wind chaser!  hehehe  Finding meaning in life comes from connecting to God and loving others.  It is that simple.

As I am writing this entry, I realized that God showed me that I had even more inner strength when I rely on him.  DOH!  I have been complaining lately that I am so lonely, don't like living alone, want to be with someone, blah, blah, blah.  God showed me that through him ALL things are possible.  ALL things, not just the things that were written in the Bible thousands of  years ago.  They are possible TODAY in you and me.

Lord, thank you for your strength and leadership.  I will do my best to continue to follow...

Movie Monday
Didn't get to see any movies this week.  It was awful!  I was busy all week with something or another.  I plan to see Captain America in the next few days.  I hope to see Cowboys and Aliens this weekend. 

Other Stuff
I had a restful day on Sunday.  After checking out of the hotel, I had a nice breakfast at First Watch.  I went to an open house sponsored by my walking buddy and her husband.  The new house near the childrens hospital was very cool!  It was also cool to see the reaction of a couple that looked at the house.  The wife was wide-eyed and in awe over the kitchen.  "That is my dream!" she said.  Very sweet.  I hope they buy the place.  It is very nice.

I took a nice nap, then made my meatless meatloaf recipe for the church dinner group.  We had a vegan/vegetarian theme for the evening.  Everyone did a great job of making tasty dishes without meat (and most meat products).  My favorite was the salt potatoes!  Mmmmmm

I ended the day with a conversation with a close friend.  I reached out to him because I have been worried about him.  He finally called me back for a long talk.  He means a lot to me.  I was able to talk to him and hear his side of things.  I know God will continue to grow in his life as he faces his current hardships.  I thank God in advance for this victory.  I will do my best to be the kind of friend he needs. 

Hang in there, my friends!  I will be upbeat and steady.  That is what I do...