"I tell you, this man went down to his home justified rather than the other, for everyone who exalts himself will be abased, and he who humbles himself will be exalted." (Luke 18:14, NKJV)
One of my pleasures is packing up my camping gear, hooking up my boat, and taking off for a couple of weeks of camping and fishing. What an opportunity to be still and reflect on my own life and to wonder at God's majesty.
Early this year, I took one of these trips. But I was disappointed when this anticipated "vacation" was accompanied by extreme heat, constant rain-even flooding-and poor fishing.
When I got home, my oldest daughter called to ask how the vacation was. I immediately began complaining about all of the disasters of my trip. After fifteen minutes of complaining, I stopped. And my daughter slowly said, "Dad, you know, there are so many people in this world who don't have a warm house and a dry bed to come back to." I was shocked at my own lack of perspective, my own selfishness.
Each day, now, I remember my daughter's unforgettable wisdom. I determine to see the blessings that the Lord has given and to be thankful rather than complain.
Father, I praise You for all Your blessings. Help me serve You today. In Jesus' name. Amen.
- DON PIERCE, Stillwater, New York
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