John 19: 29-30 A jar of sour wine was sitting there, so they soaked a sponge in it, put it on a hyssop branch, and held it up to his lips. When Jesus had tasted it, he said, "It is finished!" Then he bowed his head and released his spirit. (NLT - LASB)

Jesus brought glory to God here on earth by completing the exact work He was given by the Father to do! Billions of Christian forebears and contemporary followers attest to this, via their faith and fervor. I pray that my own endeavors and those of our out-reaching church body be as fruitful knowing, as "Jesus explained: my nourishment comes from doing the will of God, who sent me, and from finishing his work." (Jn. 4:34)

Our Pastor Charley hit home with me and the idea that: "starting something wasn't as much an issue as staying to continue and finish it" (Darren Hardy). I ask myself, why is it that I continually put off for tomorrow what I 'should' get finished now? Or why was it that the task that seemed so important to start, is hanging over my shoulders now?

Truth is, my procrastination puts my integrity on the line if I really admit it, to say nothing of others' impression when or what I've covenanted to do or be.

Now, denial is not only a river in Egypt that Moses was plucked out of, it's a concept that aids my evading truth that I'd be far better-off facing. And, I know that interests and priorities change, but I can hide behind that too. Do you think procrastination can be overcome? We did see Jesus stick to his considerable mission, ultimately for the Father's glory and our benefit!

May Christ's Peace, that passes all understanding be with you, your Deacons