Yesterday we decorated our Christmas tree. It's a tradition I look forward to every year. We cut down the tree at a local farm, drape it in bright lights, and adorn it with beautiful ornaments that each have a special meaning. Last year, the experience wasn't quite what we had hoped for. We ignored the sign at the Christmas tree farm that said, "Trees will appear larger in your home than in the field." Instead we went with the idea that bigger is better. And what we got…was a fallen tree hanging by a thread, or more literally, a tree hanging by a strand of lights wrapped around my dining room chandelier.
Sometimes I feel like that tree. Sure I may be covered in "I've got it together" lights, and I may be displaying ornaments of confidence and capability. But inside I feel too weighted down to stand, like I'm hanging by a thread.
But the truth is the only way I can stand is on my knees, the only true light in me is the light that shines through Jesus Christ, and the only ornaments that I should be boasting about are those of His redeeming works in me that result from His great love.
Being a parent, a spouse and an obedient child of God feels hard some days. But trusting in His promises should be easy because God keeps His promises. Sometimes I need to be reminded of that.
Promise for Today:
Come to me all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.
Matthew 11:28
Sometimes I feel like that tree. Sure I may be covered in "I've got it together" lights, and I may be displaying ornaments of confidence and capability. But inside I feel too weighted down to stand, like I'm hanging by a thread.
But the truth is the only way I can stand is on my knees, the only true light in me is the light that shines through Jesus Christ, and the only ornaments that I should be boasting about are those of His redeeming works in me that result from His great love.
Being a parent, a spouse and an obedient child of God feels hard some days. But trusting in His promises should be easy because God keeps His promises. Sometimes I need to be reminded of that.
Promise for Today:
Come to me all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.
Matthew 11:28
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