Currently my days are filled training my new pup, I have
noticed that when he gets scared, he storms off like a bullet to find safe
refuge. Only after he has assessed the
situation and concluded that things are safe will he return to wagging his
tail. Sometimes, I have to coax him into
understanding that all is well. This innate
reaction to seek a safe haven is built in all of us. I know that when I get overwhelmed or just
need time to think before I act – I retrieve to think of my options or just to
let my feelings settle so that I can see the truth.
I think that because lately I have been so focused on getting
my needs met, I have been a bit self-centered thinking only of myself and have
neglected others. As I was beginning to
get depressed, the words of a wise priest came to my mind, “sometimes
depression is fueled by our thoughts constantly thinking of our problems
instead of seeing how we can be a blessing to others.” I had to be reminded that life happens even
when we don’t have everything we want and part of maturing in the faith is being
calm during the storm. First, thanks for
letting me vent these last few posts- I have a tendency to voice my thoughts as
they are happening, it helps me to just release the negative to clear space for
the good to come.
I am here, the same me with the same feelings and dreams- some
things have temporarily changed, but nothing that wont soon be mended. While I have allowed myself to retreat, to
run for cover seeing things in the proper scope have made me realize that I
have been overwhelmed instead of trusting that God will handle those things out
of my control. I have also been reminded
that when I focus too much on myself, I miss the opportunity to be a blessing
to others. And when we open ourselves to
the service of others, we see that things aren’t as bad as we thought because
there is always someone facing a bigger struggle. Service helps not only the recipients of our
charity, but it also allows us to see that no matter the state we find
ourselves we can always help another. Jesus
really tapped into something huge, when he said he came to serve and for us to
imitate him. Service allows us to see
the truth and removes us from self-centeredness to put us in our place. After sometime in silence, God set me free
again reminding me of message I receive years ago, a message to step away from
me and help another. To be aware that
others are in more dire need than me and that I can always be a helping hand
that shows them the love of God.
Silence can help us hear the voice of God reassuring us that
no matter the circumstance He is with us and since He is charge, we can serve
another holding steadfast to our Lord.
Thanks for letting me vent these past few posts, I will try to be a
better friend (smile).
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