April 23, 2026
St. George, St. Adalbert
Pursue the Possibility
Philip ran up and heard him reading Isaiah the prophet and said, “Do you understand what you are reading?” He replied, “How can I, unless someone instructs me?”
Acts 8:30-31

I recently read an article about changes in the diagnosis and treatment of schizophrenia. It seems that some of what presents as the symptoms of an assumed-incurable, tragic mental illness is, in some cases, manifestations of infection and inflammation. And curable.

Were researchers obtuse for not seeing this before? No, they just didn’t have the information or technology to pursue the possibility.

I can sometimes allow my understanding of myself, my life and God to stagnate. I assume I get it, that I’ve got the answers for all the good—and bad—questions and challenges. 

But is that really so? Is what I think I know now all there is to know? Might I be more open to the Philip I might meet along the way, ready, as the Ethiopian, to have my eyes opened to something new?

Lord, I’m open. Teach me.

- Amy Welborn

Acts 8:26-40 ✚ Psalm 66:8-9, 16-17, 20 ✚ John 6:44-51
Adorably cute little baby girl blowing on a dandelion flower in the summer. Image by Irina Schmidt | stock.adobe.com
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Comments

Scott
April 23, 2026 at 03:25 PM

Thank you Amy for your devotion today. I have to be on the lookout for those who teach and those who are open to listening. Have to be open to new teachings, new thoughts and take the words that other's say to heart. God is always creating something new every day. God re-creation of the new day, giving us a new understanding to live in this world. Love to the LFF and this virtual community. Prayers continue for Vicki G and all those who are in need of feeling the Spirit of God touching, holding and embracing all of us...
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Salina (not in control)
April 23, 2026 at 02:34 PM

There are so much information packed in the passage in Acts today :-) *** This Ethiopia official is a devout follower of the God of Israel in Acts 8:27bc, “The man had an important position in charge of all the wealth of the Kandake. Kandake means queen of Ethiopia. This official had gone to Jerusalem to worship.” *** God knew this Ethiopia official has questions in Acts 8:30-31, “So Philip ran up to the chariot. He heard the man reading Isaiah the prophet. “Do you understand what you’re reading?” Philip asked. “How can I?” he said. “I need someone to explain...
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Kjc
April 23, 2026 at 10:41 AM

Thanks Amy for yor comments always enjoy your reflections today's picture reminds me of Greg's comments on dandelions. Living faith family sharing family prayer from Padre Pio's prayer book. Prayers for my family. Loving God, I offer thanks for the gift of my family? Help us to work together for peace and harmony. In our relationships. Grant us the grace to accept each other's faults and weaknesses. Protect us from harsh words and hurt feelings. Assist us to encourage one another's strengths and abilities. Lead us to mutual understanding and support. May we always forgive each other's failings and rejoice...
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Scott
April 23, 2026 at 03:21 PM

Amen, I love the Padre Pio's prayer. Thank you for sharing this.

Salina (not in control)
April 23, 2026 at 02:35 PM

Amen ✝️

Gary
April 23, 2026 at 10:26 AM

"Lord, I'm open. Teach me." Thanks for these words Amy. Amen!

freeter
April 23, 2026 at 09:46 AM

Amen. :)

CBR
April 23, 2026 at 09:02 AM

Amen Amen Amen have a blessed day today all God is great

ADV
April 23, 2026 at 08:58 AM

AMEN!

Holly
April 23, 2026 at 08:58 AM

Amen! Thank you Amy.

Stormi
April 23, 2026 at 08:44 AM

Amy your words are so soothing to think of all we can learn each day with Gods love and help. I pray for the ability to see and learn more each day. Trusting in God along the way. Blessings to all the LFF, especially those with extra needs these days, Vicky G. and your family. Holy Spirit fill the hearts of all to guide us to a more heavenly earth and open our hearts, minds and souls to the teaching of God.

Anne L.
April 23, 2026 at 08:33 AM

No matter how long we live or how much we study there is always more for us to learn from Scripture and to grow in the Spirit. Lord open my heart to your word that I might reflect your goodness and compassion to all that I meet along the way today.

Salina (not in control)
April 23, 2026 at 02:50 PM

Amen, Anne ✝️ Studying God’s Word is like peeling an onion…sometimes it makes me cry as it convicts me as in Nehemiah 8:8-9, “All these Levites read to the people parts of the Book of the Law of God. They made it clear to them. They told them what it meant. So the people understood what was being read. Nehemiah was the governor. Ezra was a priest and the teacher of the Law. They spoke up. So did the Levites who were teaching the people. All these men said to the people, “This day is set apart to honor the...
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Marko
April 23, 2026 at 07:56 AM

Amen Amy! Thank you and have a blessed day

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