Life is complex. Or is it? Some people think life is too difficult or tangled. Depression then sets in. Still others consider life as something exceedingly simple; something that only principles or ideas could solve. There are problems on both ends of the scale. But is there really a middle? Can anyone truly figure out the complexities of life? Can someone perfectly balance in the middle? There WAS one. But many 'philosophers' of his day considered him only a lowly carpenter. Can anyone truly be one thing? A wise man became a servant, a king; a carpenter. Sometimes some of the greatest deeds in history have been the result of great sacrifice. Some of the greatest sacrifices are made when a person who has something valuable to him, throws it all away. And saves. Which takes us back to the one person who completely understood the reason that there is life. He understood that reason with his whole body, mind, heart, and soul. The answer is love. It's because of love that had God create us. It's love that had Him create beautiful things for our pleasure. There IS a reason He forgave us time after time after time. It's not because of greed, but all-loving sacrifice made by an all-forgiving God. Now, THAT principle is simple, yet complex.
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My Internet class was talking about how marriage is sacred. I shared something that I want to share here too. Today my friend and I went to the library. Yes, I know, the place I can't live without, or so my friends say. There's a nice park right next to the library, one where the Homeschool group I belong to goes to play (or talk as the teens like to do) every week. Well, I was the only one there because it was windy, cloudy, and rainy (my friend decided to hide out in the library; I don't blame her). Of course, rainy, cloudy, and windy is my favorite kind of day, so I had fun being there my myself. But, sometimes, I feel really out-of-touch with God. Life get's so busy, that sometimes it's even hard to just have a quiet talk-to-God time. So, while I was sitting on a swing in the rain, I decided to have a chat. It was AMAZING!! I could see green grass, and birds were constantly chirping! I know to some people that's not considered amazing, but it's honest-to-goodness, breathing life. And very complex. It was like my Father was saying that he loved me, and that life is a gift from Him! So, even if you have a busy schedule, of if you're mad at God thinking your life is messed up, just go outside and think of all He's done for you. All He's created. Maybe you prefer sunny days, or sunsets, or nighttime, but try to find a place to just be quiet, and listen to your Father. I know you won't be disappointed. You know what one of my favorite things is? Cool water. I love swimming. But not in just lukewarm, muddy water. I like cold, clear water. I used to be on swimteam, so I greatly appreciate clear water. With clear water, you can find your goal. Just like being a Christian. To follow God, you need to find out what He wants of you. And the best way to find out is the clearest source, the Bible. Which isn't JUST a book. It's His Word. His living, breathing Word. So this summer, you'll find me swimming. Probably in a muddy lake. But even if I don't have clear water nearby geographically, I can know that clear water is not far off spiritually. For God is everywhere. You just have to take a deep breathe and dive in. Have you ever read 1 Timothy 4:12? It is: I didn't want to create a blog with boring ramblings about my life. But I do have 1 major rule for reading my blog: If I write something important or serious from my life or Christian walk with God, I don't want my friends to poke fun, laugh at, or tease me. This is a blog by a fallen human being saved by grace who really just wants to write. : ) |