I have never been a fan of the ground hog. He has always seemed a wimpy, lazy creature, who, if he pokes his nose out and doesn't like what he sees, crawls back into his hole and hibernates for another six weeks.
Recently, some dear friends received devastating news. They met it head-on, forging ahead to do what was necessary. They did not climb into a hole and bury themselves. They did not whine or complain. They marched into the unknown and fully expect to emerge triumphant.
I cannot help but compare their attitude to that of those people who are smeared with the taint of entitlement. These individuals claim that life has dealt with them unfairly, demanding preferential treatment. They whine with every word and wear their entitlement like a hair coat, exhausting all those unfortunate enough to come into contact with them.
I think of my friends who rely on prayer and the Lord. They give of themselves, always thinking of others, even when life throws them a curve.
So, for today, I am grateful for my friends who face adversitiy with courage and grace and go forward in faith.
And dear Jane,
ReplyDeleteWe are so grateful for you and "the Gratitude Project"--daily reminding us to rejoice and look beyond the storms to the rainbows--in every situation of life. "This ought to be compiled into a daily devotional"--as per John :), but for now we are rejoicing and enjoying your posts. Keep writing! Bobbe and John
What a perfect analogy. You've inspired me to be less hairy!
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