Thankfulness, Fickleness, and the Empty Tomb
Some days I just have to sit in thankfulness… It’s been a busy couple of days, yes—but also productive. And as I sit here in the basement cooling off, because it’s not as hot down here from all the cooking today, I’m just trying to pause… and be thankful. Mainly, I just want to sit in thankfulness for all the LORD has done in my life—and for the work of JESUS CHRIST. It’s so easy to take salvation for granted… isn’t that crazy? And yet, even as I think on that—the greatest thing I should be thankful for—my cup still overflows. Because at various times in my life, I would have loved to be in the moment I’m in right now… — Sabina is not in the hospital… in fact, she’s been more stable than she’s been in a while — my basement is not flooded or my house torn apart — credit card debt is paid off — work is stable—and even if it’s busy, it’s been more productive and rewarding lately — my basement is not just intact, but functional, comfortable, and enjoyable to be in — my garden is off ...
