Sunday my doctoral journey ended. Officially I am Dr. Marietta F. Luckman, letting that sink in. Wow, thanks God. Jerrel W. Jones was awarded a lifetime achievement or honorary doctoral degree with a long title during our commencment. His family filled the entire row in front of us. My stomach in knots (so much so I had to excuse myself for a bit). The love they had as they witnessed the commencement ceremony was beautiful. The family ranged in ages from infant to adult, beautiful souls. Loved the soft whispers, hugs and tears as their person was honored.
Midway through the commencement ceremony they played this clip. I just loved an interview with Dr. Jerrel W. Jones, his words, his legacy and the ending challenge. Here is link you can watch it here.
Pondering my commencement and the steps ahead I return to his words. How do I live a life that is wrapped in kindness and love while hanging on to my hat in this wild ride called life. My new mantra…
This morning as I drove into to work I felt His spirit whisper to me His word. “Beloved, if God so loved us, we also ought to love one another.” 1 John 4:11. Wrap yourself in love and kindness. I am that love, I am that kindness. Your hands, your feet, you are my love. Wrap yourself in me, We got this.
Thanks God. It is well with my soul. Know that You are so loved, so beautiful, today and everyday. I will wrap myself in love and kindess today and everyday. I will share it with each soul I encounter, knowing they are His beloved creation, thanks Dr. Jerrel W. Jones you are precious, a gift lighting our world.
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