I suppose we all from time to time may feel some dissatisfaction with our lives. The majority of people are always on the fly. They never settle; they never light on any tree to build their nest. They are always fluttering from one tree to another; this tree is not green enough, that one is not beautiful enough, this one is not picturesque enough. They are always on the wing and never build a peaceful nest.
Luther compared the Christian’s contentment to a little bird in the tree: he fed himself tonight, but he does not know where tomorrow’s breakfast is. He sits there while the wind rocks the tree; he shuts his eyes and puts his head under his wing and sleeps. When he awakens the morning, he will sing: Mortals cease from toil and sorrow: God provideth for the morrow.
Few can say, “I want nothing else. I want but little here. I am satisfied. I am content.” You who are apprentices are sighing until you become journeymen. You who are journeymen are groaning to be masters. Masters are longing to retire. We are like sailors who never get to port, like arrows that never reach the target.
Dear friend, what would your future be if you did not have Christ? Even if it is bitter and dark, it does not matter as long as Christ your Lord sanctifies it and the Holy Spirit gives you courage, energy and strength.
Trust in the Lord for all our needs. Let the Lord know what you need by prayer. Let Him hear your voice.
Pray for each other for blessings in abundance. May we all have a forgiving heart, Jesus died for our sins. Remember always that God loves you. God’s word + prayer=POWER.
Prayerfully yours,
Nancy