Thursday is Thanksgiving Day, a day to reflect on all the many blessings in our lives. I am thankful for so many things, such as family and friends. I realize as time goes on that these precious times that we have with our family shouldn't be taken for granted. Instead we need to cherish them and thank God for them. I do thank God. I know that I would be lost without him. Yes, I may complain every once in awhile, wondering why the Lord allows some things to happen. Yes, I may wonder about the things I have no control over....that would be most things. I'm glad God is in control.
When I reflect on the meaning of Thanksgiving, I realize that the key to celebrating Thanksgiving is not the big meal. Many in this country don't have the means to have any Thanksgiving celebration. The key to celebrating Thanksgiving is an open heart to the people around you. This is very hard. I walk past at least 2 or 3 homeless people every day. I would help, but am afraid. You say that I shouldn't be afraid, that I should stand up to my fears. It's difficult. I know what I should do, but I don't do it. I see the Lord's frown every time I pass them by. I want to scream, but hold it in. I tell myself that there is nothing I can do. Have I convinced myself? No....
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