reflecting

I don't think I reflect enough on just how blessed I am. Sometimes life goes too fast and as humans we don't allow ourselves time to reflect on our lives. As I heard someone say once, "Life is like a hamster wheel. We keep going and going, and don't slow down to enjoy the ride." Isn't that the truth? Often we focus on the negative rather than the positive. Often our perspective is all out of sorts. Often we complain rather than count our many blessings. I am more than guilty of all of these things.

To say that I am blessed would be an understatement.

I am blessed because...

• Jesus lived and died FOR me (and you!)
• Jesus loves me for who I am and sees past my many faults.
• I have wonderful parents who love me, care for me, provide for me, and most importantly raised me to love Jesus! My mother is my best friend and my father is a wonderful man of God... they both constantly encourage me.
• I have two siblings who mean the world to me. I love them more than anything.
• I have a beautiful dog who is an incredible example of unconditional love!
• I have grandparents who are simply amazing! My Mawmaw is an inspiration to me.
• I have an aunt who is one of my very best friends... who I can love, talk to, and spend time with.
• I have 3 amazing best friends who I can count on.
• My life is filled will many friends... many family members... many reminders of God's great love... and many moments of joy.

Just writing this and reflecting helps me to remember how blessed I truly am.

My prayer today:

Dear Lord,

I ask that you help me to be more positive, more loving to all, and more grateful. I pray that I slow down and focus on You and the glory You have created. Thank you for all that You do and all that You are to me.

Amen.