Ecclesiastes 5:18-19 (NLT)
18 Even so, I have noticed one thing, at least, that is good. It is good for people to eat, drink, and enjoy their work under the sun during the short life God has given them, and to accept their lot in life. 19 And it is a good thing to receive wealth from God and the good health to enjoy it. To enjoy your work and accept your lot in life—this is indeed a gift from God.
I admire interior decorators for their ability to pull together great looks in homes. I believe there is a need for some exterior decorators, too. It’s amazing the variety of ways people decorate their porches and yards. The other day I saw metal animals made in part from old painted rakes, cement cats and planters, wind chimes, hanging baskets, statues of a cowboy, cowgirl and horse and a hose holder that looks like Big Foot. I used to make fun of some of the yard art people displayed. Then at some point I came to the humbling realization that they were trying in their own way to make their own humble abode something that was pleasing to them. I am especially touched when I see the smallest and most run-down homes adorned in some colorful way. I think about a line from a favorite hymn: Whatever my lot, thou hast taught me to say, it is well, it is well, with my soul. People with their yard art are in a way expressing that; whatever their lot; it is well with their soul.
Dear God, Help us to be sensitive to others; to appreciate them for who they are, children of yours and joint heirs with Christ. Guide us this day. Amen.
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