Life is a learning process,
– an ever changing dynamic.
It is a mystery. It is a delight. It is a struggle.
We are all unique love letters
waiting to be written.
Beautiful creations inspired
& designed by a loving GOD
with a plan and a purpose
that unfolds as our days open and close.
We come in to this world fresh and open
to the wonders that life has to offer.
We bring to it our unique perspectives
& questions & frailties.
We bear the burden of living in a fallen creation;
& as part of this creation we suffer
the common weaknesses of humanity.
We can not escape the truth
that we are all broken
on some level & yet . . .
we all desire life as it should be.
We dream of perfection.
We strive for beauty.
We rail against pain and suffering.
We look for answers.
We hope & we believe that God
will deliver us at just the perfect time.
& in that belief lies our peace.
Yet, there are times when even that
confidence can be shaken.
Because in this world we will have tribulation.
It is simply a part of living in a fallen creation.
No person can escape this fact. No one is exempt.
Just when we think that we have life under control;
the bottom can fall out.
So what do we do with this truth?
How can we survive the inevitable pain?
Do we throw up our hands and rail at the world?
Do we curse at God? Do we whine, and itch and moan?
In these moments, is when we have the greatest power. The power to choose who we are;
& how we can face this bump in the road.
Yes, it’s true! We can choose the brave & noble path.
The path of courage.
Courage to smile in the face of adversity.
Courage to look outside the moment &
see the bigger picture.
Courage to choose the gift of perseverance
& walk the stormy path.
It is on this path that we can invite life
to show us who we are at the deepest level
& give us the endurance to find out who we can be.
In this world we will have tribulation.
But do not fear.
Christ has given us the tools
to walk through them with grace.
So walk this path;
& watch for morning-glories
along the way!
