Be Kind

We get so caught up sometimes in what we don't have. We lament all that is wrong with our nation and our world. We become so focused on the ugliness paraded before us that we miss the beauty of God's creation.

I have given up trying to predict my days. Life has a way of spiraling out of control at a moment's notice. But no matter what I face, God is with me. He knows what to do. He provides me with wisdom and help and all that I need.

I don't have to ride the roller coaster of life in this fallen world. I can start where I am, living for Him each day. I can be kind. I can lend a helping hand. I can refuse to judge, trusting that to God. I can love people where they are and pray that they will love me as I am.

When you need guidance, ask God. When you're tempted to act out in anger or bitterness, pray through it instead. And when you don't know what to do, be kind to yourself and to others. Love covers a multitude of sins. (1 Peter 4:8) Wise words to remember in these trying times.

Love Passionately

I wonder what would happen if Christians loved as passionately as they hate? I wonder what would happen if Christians extended mercy and grace as quickly as they extend judgement?

We're quick to think we know all the answers. We're quick to tell others what they're doing wrong. We're quick to wag our pointed fingers down at others.

Jesus told us to love people. He didn't say to wait until they're "good enough" or doing our will. He just said to love them. Why do we find that so very hard to do?

Happy Valentine's Day!

 

This small piece began with a piece of white lace glued to a small block of wood I'd already painted red. I added several shades of pink, some white lettering and stripes, then finished off with black highlights. Now it's a little bit of happy!