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“Everyone who hears these words of mine and puts them into practice is like a wise man who built his house on the rock. The rain came down, the streams rose, and the winds blew and beat against that house; yet it did not fall because it had its foundation on the rock.”
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THOUGHT FOR THE MONTH: MARCH
Count Your Blessings
As we look at the world around us we could be forgiven for being anxious. It is hard to be positive when we watch or listen to the news and see the devastation and destruction of the war in Ukraine. Recently the earthquake in Turkey and Syria emphasises the fragility of human endeavours with buildings falling in minutes. News of global warming, causing suffering to both humans and animals alike, can make us feel anxious for the future. Yet we do see signs of positivity when we witness miracle rescues from the devastation in Turkey, see projects to restore the natural world or hear of care and kindness given to those in need.
In the Bible we find people like Joseph, Moses, Job, Ruth, Daniel and Esther who, through their faith in God, overcame difficulties and were able to help others. Jesus told the story of the ‘Good Samaritan’ to show that we too should help those we meet on life’s journey.
Nearer home the media makes much of the cost of living crisis and social unrest in our own country. Perhaps now it is more important than ever to look for the positives in our daily lives rather than the negatives. If we are positive during challenging times we can be more resilient and face our difficulties with optimism rather than pessimism. We can help others by listening to their problems, expressing concern and offering practical help. During difficult times people need social interaction more than ever. We can all learn from experience and overcoming problems makes us stronger and able to help others during stressful times.
In the Bible Jesus showed by example how to help and care for those in need. He told His disciples ‘A new commandment I give to you, that you love one another; as I have loved you, that you also love one another’ (John 13 v 34). If we followed the example of Jesus so many of the world’s troubles would disappear and we could appreciate the beauty of the earth instead of being anxious.
Many years ago I remember a song we sang in our school assembly reminding us to be thankful for all that we had been given and to be positive about our daily lives.
When upon life’s billows you are tempest-tossed,
When you are discouraged, thinking all is lost,
Count your many blessings; name them one by one,
And it will surprise you what the Lord has done.
Count your blessings;
Name them one by one.
Count your blessings;
See what God has done.
Count your blessings;
Name them one by one.
Count your many blessings;
See what God has done.
When you look at others with their lands and gold,
Think that Christ has promised you his wealth untold.
Count your many blessings; money cannot buy.
Your wealth is in God’s kingdom which is ever nigh.
Count your blessings;
Name them one by one.
Count your blessings;
See what God has done.
Count your blessings;
Name them one by one.
Count your many blessings;
See what God has done.