Sometimes I get to feeling down. The blues. I complain about my life not being all that it should be. Not enough money. Too much debt. Can't go to the exotic places every year that some get to enjoy. Job pressures. Relationship problems. Any of this sound familiar?
So, today I take a step back. I've been trying to read bible scripture more consistently. It calms me. Teaches me, and keeps me grounded. I also listen to Christian talk radio, and tune into televangelist on occassion. That's when it hit me hardest. Watching a televangelist. He was talking about his own trials, problems, and putting on "a mask." But it wasn't his words that caught my attention. It was the set.
The set. It was very elaborate, impressive, remarkable. Obviously expensive to build. "What if that money was put to a better use?" I thought. Not that reaching out with Christ's message isn't a good cause, but what do I sitting at home have to complain about? I have a beautiful home. Heat. More food than I need. Nice clothes. Safety. Creature comforts. There are others, with probably a stronger faith than I, who have far less. Doesn't seem right that I complain. God has taken care of me beyond most people's imagination. I've got it good, and I have Him to thank for that.
Viewing that set made me reflect not only on my blessed conditions, but also on how I use my own resources. Rather than always looking to my own benefit, maybe I've been so blessed by God so that I can use it to bless others?
One of those "ah ha" moments that we all know are true but never really want to admit to. There are many people that truly have needs praying to God thanking Him and waiting for His blessing. Am I to be the answer to their needs? Is God wanting me to be His hands? Yes. Eye opening. Bet that televangelist never thought he would wake someone up that way.
Quit complaining. Most of us are blessed beyond what we deserve, me included. Time to use that for what I now believe God intended it, and be thankful.
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