Thorns or Roses

When you look at a rose have you ever wondered how such a beautiful flower can sit among such wounding thorns or how anxious we become around bees due to a possible sting yet both give such pleasure one from its beauty and fragrance and the other from the joy of its flavor and healing. Isn’t it the way of life as God allows the storm and then shows us the rainbow. I can not remember how many times I have said in distress “how much longer must I endure this” or “haven’t I struggled long enough”? That pity me syndrome is such a waste of time. It allows the negative to take over our focus. We can become lifeless in the ways of God and Jesus Christ. We go about complaining and bad tempered and the more we grumble the further we move from God. It is vital that we begin each day with… "this is the day the Lord has made, let us rejoice and be glad". I realize this is easier said than done at times, however it is imperative that we find God in our thoughts and actions. We are the children of God and He will help us through the muck that bogs us down. So today let’s put on the armor of our Lord and surround ourselves in His love, peace and joy. Only through our actions of prayer, Bible study and Christian fellowship can we accomplish our goals. Lean on God as he is our Rock. 1 Corinthians 11:24 And when he had given thanks, he broke it and said, “This is my body, which is for you; do this in remembrance of me.” Look to the Lord and see the Rainbows. Smiles & Blessings, Cynthia Collins Kaitfors