Thought for the Day 11/25/2022

 Friday Tale - Grass to Mow

Habitat for Humanity builds homes for people who are needy.

One of the volunteers for Habitat tells the following story of a family who had just moved into their new home. “The family is so excited. I can see why. Compared to the house they used to live in, this must seem like a mansion.

Anyhow, the husband wanted to know if it would be alright if he mowed the lawn. There was only a little patch of grass … and it really didn’t need cutting. Rather than say no, he was advised not to cut it too short because the hot dry weather might kill what little they had. When asked why he was so eager to mow the grass, he said, ‘This is the first time I ever had any grass to mow.’

Isn’t if funny that some of us complain about yard work while others are excited about having grass to mow. Some of us complain about unloading the dishwasher while others are grateful for indoor plumbing. Some of us complain about the heat while others are thankful for some shade. Some of us complain that there is not enough entertainment while others are overjoyed that they can read. Some of us complain about not having the latest model car while others give thanks for being able to walk. 

Complainers have one thing in common. They choose to focus on the things they do not have, rather than reflect on the things they do have. All of us, regardless of our health or income, are extremely rich. 

Imagine having no memory of anything … being unable to hear birds singing … being unable to express yourself with words … being unable to see the stars … or, worst of all, being ungrateful.

So, be grateful for the things you do have, each and every day!

~ from Jim Gintil

Enter God's gates with thanksgiving and His courts with praise. Give thanks to Him, bless His name. For the LORD is good; His loving-kindness is everlasting and His faithfulness to all generations. ~ Psalm 100:4-5