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FRIDAY THOUGHT 9/19/08

It’s Not Supposed to be Easy
 
Perhaps my biggest, most persistent failing (oh, and the list is long) is that I am hard-wired to believe that life is supposed to be easy, and that comfort and joy are supposed to be the goals.  So, I become frustrated and resentful (have to blame God, couldn’t possibly be my fault) when setbacks strike and adversities occur.
 
But Jesus Christ never had it easy, so why do we think I’m supposed to?  Jesus was belittled, chased out of town, spit on, mocked, not believed when he revealed His true nature, and eventually murdered. 
 
My point:  For this day, I will attempt to enjoy any setbacks and thank God for all that He sends my way — from woes to wonders.  God bless and enjoy this beautiful day. — jri
 
“Even after Jesus had done all these
miraculous signs in their presence,
they would not believe in him.”
        –    John 12:37