Fortunatley in life there are times that one is reminded about the really important "things" in life. That's just what they are, "things." We buy "things", we seek out "things", none of which are important. And as I journey thru this life, I am fortunate enough that God has allowed me and reminded me, thru life's happenings, of REALLY what's important.
There is a 10 yr. old boy, Johnny Teis, that is dying as I type this. He has a rare, inoperable brain tumor. His mom and dad post on FB and show the world the transparency of living with the impending death of their son. Johnny is one of 5 kids...The strength, unresolvable steadfastnes of their trust in the Lord can only come from HIM...there is no other way to understand or explain it. "The joy of the Lord is our strength."...joy meaning peace amist a raging storm...not "happy" joy..
At this point the "things" of this materialistic world mean ABSOLUTELY NOTHING. The anticpation of Johnny's homegoing is only bearable on Jesus' shoulders.
Last week I went with my close friend, Cheryl, to her first oncologist's appt after being diagnosed with lymphoma. The waiting room was crowded..either with patients themselves, or loved ones with them. Waiting for blood work, waiting for chemo, or waiting to see the Dr. ...all just WAITING. I couldn't help but see the struggles on their faces as they fight for their lives...Some struggling, some nervous, some obviously feeling really bad, etc..There wasn't one person in that room probably thinking about what they were going to "buy" next. They were probably not thinking about all the "stuff" they have and how much they wanted to get home to be with the "stuff"..
Once again I am reminded to ignore the "things" of this world and focus on HIM. "Love the Lord with all your heart and mind." When we truely focus on HIM...the "things" of this world go slowly dim. In the shadow of the cross, we see our hope of things to come and the assurance of Eternity. Thank you Lord for eyes that should be, need to be, fixed on YOU....
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