Joy for the Little Things
Feb 21st, 2008 by gibsondirect
From his writings, Howard Butt talks about being thankful. Each morning, he remembers to gives thanks to God. I like that. For me, it’s a good reminder to stop and take notice of the big picture of my life.
But oddly enough, I’m finding that the “big picture” isn’t so big. Well, it is big, but it just comes in smaller packages than I expected. .
A good meal.
A comfortable bed (much appreciated after so many business trips with nights spent in hotels).
A family that loves me.
A stray cat that comes around every day and wants desperately to make conversation.
An old car that keeps chugging along.
One of the best mechanics in Texas to fix my old car when it doesn’t chug along so well.
This is life—and I often over look it. If slow down enough, all of these small things help me see better as I give thanks to God for them. They help me keep a better focus, a better balance. And even in the midst of my daily stress and struggles, they help me find a little bit of joy.
Of course, what that really means is they help me keep focused on God.
Amen!