Friday, August 23, 2013

Friday’s Musings: Adjusting the Sails USED

Modified and Used 9-16-21
Philippians 4:10-12  I was very glad in the Lord because now at last you have shown concern for me again. (Of course you were always concerned but had no way to show it.)  I’m not saying this because I need anything, for I have learned how to be content in any circumstance.  I know the experience of being in need and of having more than enough; I have learned the secret to being content in any and every circumstance, whether full or hungry or whether having plenty or being poor.

William A Ward wrote, “The pessimist complains about the wind; the optimist expects it to change; the realist adjusts the sails.  Let’s face it, not many people would describe their life as pure paradise.  There are always challenges and disappointments and compromises mixed with the great things.  The secret to living a happy life is to seek the same peace through our faith in Jesus Christ that Saint Paul had.  When we look to Jesus for our priorities some of the things that bother us will not seem as important as they might otherwise.  

Loving God, we pray that you give us eyes to see the good in all circumstances. Thank you for giving us hope when things do not go as we wish.  We pray in the name of the One who is our peace. Amen.

Happy Friday!
Paige

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