Gratitude:
I can read
My eyes are relatively healthy
I've been educated enough that I am able to read
Conscientious people in my life have led me to worthwhile books
The library near my home loans - for free - the books that inspire me
An app on my phone allows me to borrow books without even leaving my home.
My children listen to the stories I read out loud to them
They are anxious to hear more of the story
It is a very easy way to share time with the children.
The adventure story in today's reading reminded me of what adventure really is.
At first, it feels good to start on the adventure. It's exciting and you feel energized.
Before very long, the adventure becomes uncomfortable. Often, there's no other option except to continue until you arrive at a safe place. It's tedious, the mind becomes numb, the body is in pain.
And, when you arrive at your destination, there is more to do. The comfort you longed for at the "end" of your task may be delayed. You might even feel like you're lost, because the path doesn't look the way you envisioned it.
But -- if you are quiet and pay attention -- you may notice that the Lord is with you. And all the pains and monotony feels natural and good. Even though it's still uncomfortable.
My eyes are relatively healthy
I've been educated enough that I am able to read
Conscientious people in my life have led me to worthwhile books
The library near my home loans - for free - the books that inspire me
An app on my phone allows me to borrow books without even leaving my home.
My children listen to the stories I read out loud to them
They are anxious to hear more of the story
It is a very easy way to share time with the children.
The adventure story in today's reading reminded me of what adventure really is.
At first, it feels good to start on the adventure. It's exciting and you feel energized.
Before very long, the adventure becomes uncomfortable. Often, there's no other option except to continue until you arrive at a safe place. It's tedious, the mind becomes numb, the body is in pain.
And, when you arrive at your destination, there is more to do. The comfort you longed for at the "end" of your task may be delayed. You might even feel like you're lost, because the path doesn't look the way you envisioned it.
But -- if you are quiet and pay attention -- you may notice that the Lord is with you. And all the pains and monotony feels natural and good. Even though it's still uncomfortable.
