Being Christian helps with my perspective on wants and needs. I use to have alot of wants that weren't in line with Holy Spirit and before I realized that I was often disappointed because I wasn't getting what I wanted. When I look back I really didn't know what I wanted. I thought I did but I didn't. I was caught up in a very materialistic world and I put value on things that were of no spiritual value. I wanted the "bling-bling" in watches and rings and jewelry. I wanted the "old school" ride with 26" chrome rims. I wanted every woman that ever walked past me. I wanted more dope than "Scarface".
Thankfully, The Father was kind enough and merciful enough not to give me those things because they surely would have meant my destruction. I didn't look at it that way at the time but the reality was I was selfish and immature. It took awhile to see and appreciate all of the things I already had and that my needs were being met abundantly.
My wife and I have been unemployed for nearly three years yet we have maintained our apartment and food and clothing for our children during this time. I give all the praise and glory to The Father for that because there is no other explanation other than The Father taking care of our needs. I am very blessed.
Today the things that I want are no longer centered around myself but rather for others which in turn is more rewarding. The things that I need The Father is continually giving me and sometimes without my even asking. I love The Lord!
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