Sometimes it's the little things in life that make our days bearable. Sometimes it's the little things in life that turn a day from ordinary into extraordinary. Sometimes it's the little things in life that make you so thankful that you were granted another day to enjoy.
I've been appreciating those little things more recently. Things like my daughter's hugs, my cozy home, and my church family have just grown in importance these past few weeks. I can't put my finger on what has made me more aware of these daily joys, but I'm so thankful for my newly opened eyes.
It really makes me think about the lyrics of an old song:
Accentuate the positive
Eliminate the negative
Latch on to the affirmative
Don't mess with Mr. In-Between
You know, there are times in each of our lives - at least, there have been many in mine - where we have the option of seeing the glass half empty or half full. I tend to be an optimist and see the half full side more often than not. However, it's a choice that at times needs to be more deliberately made. Of late, that has been very true in my own life.
Occasionally, we need to take a step back from our circumstances and ask Papa if He will give us a glimpse of the silver lining surrounding that dark cloud we have been travelling beneath. I'm not saying that it is an easy thing to do. On the contrary, many times it is the most difficult approach to attempt. To quote a former coworker of mine, "The kicker is this . . . " It works.
If you have been shown your sin, have accepted our Savior's sacrifice and have new life as a result, then you, like me, always have something to rejoice in. Psalm 32:10-11 says it better than I can: 10 Many are the sorrows of the wicked, but steadfast love surrounds the one who trusts in the Lord. 11 Be glad in the Lord, and rejoice, O righteous, and shout for joy, all you upright in heart!
So, I encourage you today to "accentuate the positive", "rejoice", and maybe even throw in a "shout for joy" just for good measure!
Blessings!
Saturday, January 30, 2010
It's Just the Little Things
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