Today I found God’s message on my computer screen. I play Words with Friends©, an interactive computer game where you place tiles on the board and build
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words off each other. Some tiles are worth more than others. Often times, I find myself waiting several rounds for the right letter so I can complete a word and score big points. If only I had another e, then I could spell “quieter”, hit the triple word square, and score 63 points. I discovered when I do, I settle for making less valuable words in the interim and may miss an opportunity to use the ones I have to the best advantage.
God whispered to my soul as I pondered my next move on the game with one friend, “Are you doing the same with my blessings?”
Oh.
I had decided my word for 2016 would be “Rejoice”–in all things. To be thankful for what I have and look for the positive spin, no matter the circumstances, trusting God knows best. Part of that rejoicing is to accept what God has already given me and using it to His glory, and the best of my ability, instead of praying for what I think would be best. To eliminate the “if only- then” thoughts.
If only I had more income, then…
If only I could lose weight quicker like other people do, then…
If only just one book would sell enough copies to break through and become a best seller for more than two days on Amazon, then…
If only my back didn’t ache every day, then…
If only (family member or friend) could (whatever), then…
If I rejoice, and give thanks in all things, then I won’t be focused on the “e” I don’t have–waiting for God tot give me what I think I need, or want, or desire. Perhaps, this year I will “see” the great “words” I can make if I concentrate on the “letters” He has placed in front of me now.
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