Just a few thoughts before I go to bed (another warning about clarity of thought)...
In the past few weeks I have read some of the worst headlines in the news. From men who cook and then eat their girlfriends to fathers who drop their 4 children off a bridge to get revenge on his wife to celebrities who suffer breakdowns or addictions to women that purposefully run away from their lives...my heart is broken for these people. While I am amazed by the capabilities of a mind controlled by the devil, I am even more concerned about the souls of this world. Why am I not doing a better job of reaching out to those who need hope? I cannot even fathom committing some of the acts that these people do and can't help but wonder what goes through their minds before they do such things. Now I know that the devil torments me about my weaknesses and failures, often, but I also know that I am more than a conqueror and am a filthy sinner simply saved by wondrous grace. Have the people that act in such wild manners heard of God's redemption and love? Do they know that they have the same opportunity I do to serve a God who will forgive and forget and love them unconditionally? I sincerely pray that God allows me to see the doors that open for me to share the story of His saving grace to those around me who are hurting and live without hope. I have never been able to comprehend how a person can live a single day without the knowledge of Jesus Christ and the power of Him in their lives. So Lord, keep me sensitive to your Spirit that I many be obedient at all times and be a light that shines for You as I share Your love, peace, and joy.
Not only am I made aware of the depressing state our world is in through these headlines but I am also reminded how blessed I am. I have a family who loves me and loves each other. I have friends who care about me and make me feel good about myself while allowing me to just be myself. I have a job, though I may not like it, that pays well and provides me with benefits and is safe and not manual labor. I have a home overflowing with items that belong to me that I share with no one and that I can use any time I so desire. I have a refrigerator and cabinets full of food (some that I've had for too long) that are available whenever I am the least bit hungry and even when I'm not. I have clean water to drink, to bathe in, and to cook with. I have a car, no matter how old or what condition, that runs and is fully paid for. I have a closet (2) and a dresser full of clothes and shoes many of which I choose not to wear. I have a computer to use whenever and wherever I desire. I have a church that loves God and is seeking deep places with Him. I have a phone (that I don't pay for) that I can use to call anyone, anytime, anywhere in the world. I have a banking account (no matter how low) that is always in the positive even though I am paying off debts. I have so much stuff that I take out trash every week but always seem to find at least one item a week (a day sometimes) that I have to purchase.
As you can tell, I need nothing but usually find plenty to want. God is teaching me contentment in all situations and I am beyond thankful for all He has blessed me with. God is good and faithful to those who serve Him and that's all I want to do! I pray that today you will see the blessings God has given you and learn to be happy with Him!
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