Well we have water in our basement again. That was one heck of a storm we had overnight. It is amazing for the first 7 years of this house there has been no water and now this is twice in the last year. I have to tell you one of the rudest awakenings early in the morning is waking up to a basement with water in it. Not the way most people want to start their day.
Today I am being reminded that it is so easy for me to get caught up in my own troubles and crisis. In these moments I tend to forget all the other struggles other people are dealing with too. For instance when I got on the internet to find the number for SERVPRO to come out and clean things up there was an article on the web page about 30 people dying as a result of a bomb going off over seas. Here I am worried about a little water and my stuff getting wet. Then I went to Toledo today to visit w/ one of our parishioners from OFC who is having open heart surgery. The whole way there I am thinking about our basement and then it dawns on me that hey this guy is having SURGERY. Life could always be worse and it usually is for others. It is a humbling thing to realize you aren't the only one with problems.
Actually in times like this it usually helps me take the time to be thankful for what I have and how God has blessed me. Seems weird to thank God at a time when there is a life crisis. But it is that crisis that gives me a fresh perspective and a new appreciation for what I do have. Even when Isabel has to go through her numerous surgeries I am still reminded it could be worse. I am still learning everyday to be appreciative of what I have and of my life no matter what is going on at the time. It is events like today that make me realize that I need God to keep me humble and to walk through life with thanksgiving and praise. God is so good. Keep our family in your prayers as we walk through yet another struggle. Then again when is there not struggle in life? Blessings, Your Dreaming Pastor
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Awesome post. I agree; One of the hardest things to do is to continually thank God in the midst of crisis, but that's when we grow the most, ya know?
Mindy Bowling
Agreed...these are the moments where God can do real work in our life and also help us see that we aren't at the center of the universe. It puts things into perspective for life. John Alice
How True... I have a 2 year old with Aperts, he has had 38 opp's to date hands - nose - mid face - skull etc. etc. - and is my best buddy. Met a number of kids with Aperts from 6 wks to 18 years - All have great personalities and give true love to those around them and I believe that James and God chose us as his parents and for that I am so greatful.
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