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| A Grateful Heart |
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| "I tell you, this man went down to his home justified rather than the other, for everyone who exalts himself will be abased, and he who humbles himself will be exalted." ( Luke 18:14 , NKJV ) |
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One of my pleasures is packing up my camping gear, hooking up my boat, and taking off for a couple of weeks of camping and fishing. What an opportunity to be still and reflect on my own life and to wonder at God's majesty.
Early this year, I took one of these trips. But I was disappointed when this anticipated "vacation" was accompanied by extreme heat, constant rain-even flooding-and poor fishing.
When I got home, my oldest daughter called to ask how the vacation was. I immediately began complaining about all of the disasters of my trip. After fifteen minutes of complaining, I stopped. And my daughter slowly said, "Dad, you know, there are so many people in this world who don't have a warm house and a dry bed to come back to." I was shocked at my own lack of perspective, my own selfishness.
Each day, now, I remember my daughter's unforgettable wisdom. I determine to see the blessings that the Lord has given and to be thankful rather than complain. |
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Father, I praise You for all Your blessings. Help me serve You today. In Jesus' name. Amen. - DON PIERCE, Stillwater, New York |
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