When God Blesses You
Posted on May 30, 2008
Filed Under Photo, Life, Personal, Parenting, Dr. Dobson's Broadcast
There have been only a few times when I’ve wondered how life might have turned out if we hadn’t had kids, or at least, had fewer children. Usually the thought creeps in when I see how little free time my wife and I have these days to pursue some important - but not urgent - things. Or it might show up in my heart when I see how someone else is spending their money - in ways I could never imagine, what with braces and music lessons and college tuition and clothing and food (boy, have we noticed the rising prices for food!).
These thoughts and feelings occur only once in a great while. After reflecting and processing, I always end up grateful once again for the wonderful children God has given us, and the way that they are turning out. They love the Lord and are, by most measures, really good kids, if I may say so myself. In so many ways, I am a blessed man.
Here’s what a noted Bible teacher had to say about this matter, offering a helpful way to view earthly treasures and God’s greater gifts:
“If you fear the Lord, you will be blessed. How? With a million dollars? No, [the Bible] doesn’t say that. [It] says you know when you’ve been blessed when it’s well with you, and your family is together … Blessing is having a unified family, not a big bank account.”
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John,
You and are are both very blessed men. What a great quote!