“…He has told us that you always have pleasant memories of us and that you long to see us, just as we also long to see you.” 1 Thessalonians 3:6b (NIV)
Memories give us an instant connection to people, places, or events. It’s amazing how sometimes the simplest thing can trigger a memory. One of my favorite pieces of “jewelry” is a rubber flip flop on a string necklace that my hubby won playing skeet ball the first year we went to North Myrtle Beach. It makes me smile every time I see it because it brings back a fun night out with my husband.
In this verse Paul receives a good report from Timothy concerning the Thessalonians. Their pleasant memories of the Apostles made them long to see them again. It also helped them keep their faith going strong.
It’s tough to lose a loved one or even have one move away. However, having memories to look back on and remember the good times does help. Even memories of difficult times or poor choices are valuable. Those memories teach us lessons that once learned we can avoid in the future. No matter which direction memories take you, in the end they lead to various blessings.
“Father God, How thankful we are for the memories that are stored in our hearts and minds. May we use those memories to stay connected to what matters and learn to let go of ones that are holding us back.”
For His Glory,
Katrina Redman
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