Oct. 16, 2020 ~ Control

-

 

Matthew 6:34 Therefore do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about itself. Each day has enough trouble of its own.

“Want to make God laugh? Show God your plans.”

Why do we feel the need to control every aspect of our lives at every waking moment?  We worry about everything!  No matter what it is, we fail to control 100% of every situation no matter what.  Life will always throw you a curve.  Want to plan the perfect picnic for a day outside? It rains.  Planning a surprise birthday party? Guess what, the Pastor knows what you are planning!

The only thing you can control in life is you.  Your thoughts, emotions, actions, reactions, behaviors and choices.  Therefore, since the only thing I can control is my actions……  Bring on the pity party!  I had planned on several horse shows, lots of trail rides with friends, hanging out and girl time with my horse pals, and not being home bound!  Just like I know most of you were not planning on no vacations, school closings, store closings, lost jobs, a slumping economy, friends and relatives getting sick, etc.

What do we do then if we don’t worry about tomorrow?  We leave it to God.  Today I will do my job and be the best I can be.  I will socially distance, wear my mask, wash my hands, use hand sanitizer and follow CDC guidelines.  While this does not allow for physical hugs, close contact with loved ones and the things I long for.  I call my family on an almost daily basis, I am closer to my sister than I have been in a long time despite the fact we are 12 hours driving time apart.  I talk to my Mom weekly, she is in Canada, and I talk to my Dad weekly.

Here is my challenge to you, how can you worry a little less today about tomorrow?  Call up a friend you haven’t talked to in a while, you’ll both be glad to talk, even if it is just to say “hello friend.”

Gracious Father,

I sometimes forget that you are with me.  Please forgive me for that.  Help me to live one day at a time and not worry about tomorrow but instead focus on today.  Amen.


Comments

Post a Comment

Popular posts from this blog

Top 5 Reasons to Wear a Helmet

-
 I know that helmets can be a controversial issue among us horse folks.  But, here are just a few reasons to wear one when riding. 1.               Helmets can save lives. Head injuries are the leading cause of death in horseback riding accidents. A helmet can help to protect your head in the event of a fall and can reduce the risk of serious injury or death. 2.               Helmets are comfortable and easy to wear. There are many different types of helmets available, so you can find one that fits well and is comfortable to wear. 3.               Helmets are affordable. Helmets are a relatively inexpensive investment that can provide you with peace of mind and help to protect you in the event of a fall. 4.               Helmets can set a good example. Wearing a helmet can set a good example for other riders and help to promote safety in the equestrian community. 5.               A helmet can protect you from the sun. The sun's rays can be very harmful to your skin, and the
Read more

7/30/21 - The Choice to be Happy

-
Image
  Proverbs 17:22 – A cheerful heart is good medicine, but a crushed spirit dries up the bones. I am not sure that I have ever been around a happier horse than little Miss Honey.  She generally greets you with ears up and a gentle nicker.  Of course, she could just be hopeful for a cookie or an apple… But she is generally a happy little horse.  She likes to go out to explore the world when we go on a trail ride, looking forward with wide eyes and pricked ears.  Happy to see what is around the bend.  If we are doing some arena work, she is bouncing through that with a spring in her step looking for the next challenge.  I am wondering, do we have a choice to be like Honey?  To greet each day with our eyes open and ears perked up looking for the next adventure that is coming our way?  Maybe the adage “Happiness is a choice” could be applied?  Maybe when circumstances threaten to crush people’s spirits and sink them into the gloom, they need the powerful medicine of joy more than ever.  Sol
Read more

6/4/21 ~ Knock Knock

-
Image
  6/4/21 Matthew 7:7-8 ~ “Ask, and it will be given to you; seek, and you will find; knock, and it will be opened to you.   For everyone who asks receives; he who seeks finds; and to him who knocks, the door opens.” I think little miss Honey has been reading this scripture regularly.   She has been asking and knocking at the door to her stall for treats, snacks and extra meals like a hobbit looking for 2 nd and 3 rd breakfast.   She is teaching the little colt next door how to beg for snacks and treats.   Louie pretty much ignores her unless she is successful in getting on of her minions (me) to give an extra helping of hay or dinner snackies.   Then he joins in on the begging.   Honey and Louie even do a pat down to see if I am hiding cookies in my pockets when I go in to clean their rooms!   These horses have it made.   Breakfast and dinner in bed, Mani-pedies every 6 weeks, spa days, personal chauffer, all the cookies, and housekeeping every day to keep their rooms tidy wit
Read more