The month of September was an extremely busy month including a vacation with my wife, celebrating 35 completed years of life, new clients, new job, etc. It was a month of reflecting how blessed I am. Many things, I witnessed and read, provided me with a ‘matter of perspective’. The value of my life and making the most of every opportunity was at the forefront of my mind. Of course, there were some down periods that were exhausting such as typical work-related challenges, children behavior issues, and additional work days. However, ‘Life is good!’ My wife and kids are healthy, alive, and joyful. What more could I ask for? Well, quite honestly… a lot more.
I read that poverty continues to rise in the US. The economy or healthcare is not improving. While vacationing two west coast cities, I saw this first hand. There were several homeless men and women begging for money and acting out in a drunken stupor or from side effects of a street drug. Regardless of their reasons for being in this predicament, seeing them made it real to me. Fortunately (unfortunately?), I live in the rural area of a city. The likelihood of my family or I witnessing the homeless is extremely rare. Some would consider this a blessing, others would not. I’m still in the deciding phase.
How do we begin to correct the many major issues facing our country? I am somewhat clueless. To say, Jesus is the answer is cliché; although, I believe it to be true. There are so many ways to communicate how my life has improved because of accepting God’s way of salvation and abundant life, but what good is this for those struggling. Everyone processes someone’s life story differently. Some critique by proclaiming the ‘silver spoon’ treatment was given, while others instantly connect and grab hold of the possibilities and conditional Promises. Figuring out how to effectively minister to a certain population can be physically and mentally exhausting. Therefore, I’m grateful in knowing that being me through Christ is His way. This truly is liberating.
With this said, I believe, the way that we start tackling some of our country’s problem is by examining ourself. Face your issues and seek help to solve. Then, move on to your immediate family (your husband/wife and kids), parents, siblings, and friendships to your place of employment. Focus on making all these relationships right based on God’s biblical principles. Get a solid grip on life by attaining and focusing on family fundamentals. American history provides examples of too many fallen politicians and Christian ministers who set out to change the world, while their own family and work life was unstable.
Similar to being successful in a team sport, one must focus on the fundamentals before attempting to throw a 60 yard touchdown, dunk a basketball, or hit a home run. As a former team sport athlete, there’s nothing worse than playing with someone (or being the guy) who thinks they are capable, when they clearly are not. Their lack of development and inability to accept their current status always adversely affected the entire team. The same principle applies to each citizen of this country. Do your part first in ‘getting yourself together’! Allow the Bible to be your blueprint for life. Understand and fulfill your role in improving your family, community, and work life.
If you desire the power needed to truly change your life, accept Jesus Christ as your Lord and Savior by clicking on the link below.
http://www.intouch.org/resources/all-things-are-new/content/topic/how_do_i_accept_jesus_as_my_savior_all_things
