Parable of a Good Climate
Luke 12:54-59
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"How are you feeling today, Joe?"

"This lousy climate gets me down," said Joe. "I'm used to a warm climate that is dry and clear all the year around."

"Well," said Bill, "I like the four seasons and the unpleasant days make the bright days better."

It is true that climate conditions have some influence on health, but happiness depends more on the spiritual climate.

Home is the place where your loved ones are and where the people you live with bring the most contentment and satisfaction. There can be real cause to smile in sunshine and in rain, if love and friendship bring the right spiritual climate.

Some people seem able to laugh and face adversity with cheerful faith and courage. Some are busy in service of others and difficult times bring greater opportunities to be useful.

"It makes me feel good," said Bill, "to note something special in each season and to look forward to those events, which are associated with the season. I like it here. I like the people here. It is the best location in the nation for me."

Now is always the time for serving Christ!

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