"Good Things"

Contentment is a beautiful thing! The real issue is not that are we content but are we willing to be content. Well Paul talked about being content in all circumstances, his heart and mind were willing to be content. He focused not on his physical position or possessions but instead the heavenly perspective of Christ. I have challenge my students since being back to daily reflect on the "good" things that Christ has done. Some of them may not seem like good in the world eyes but still they are. So when we are struggling with believing that we are content I know I must take my own lesson and remember the "good" that have come and things to look forward to. Here are just a few:

Good Things:
An amazing New Year's Party filled with Bagpipes, dancing, canons and fabulous fellowship.

Seeing the growth in my children just after two weeks.

Daily laughter and funny sentences.

Learning to depend on Christ daily for my daily bread in His Word

The amazing jr.high youth group adventures that are coming up!

Bear Hugs from people I love.

A hard run on treadmill

Swing Dancing

Long chats with both old and new friends

Redeeming something that is broken

Deep covers on a cold night, plus fuzzy pj's

The look of a tiny child as they discover something new

Sunrises and Sunsets

My list could go on and on. Even though these are physical things which is not the point of this blog today. God still delights in seeing the hearts of his children delighting in the gifts that he has given us. All good things do come from him.

Also this picture seemed appropriate for the article it made me laugh!