Happy Landing

Happy Landing

“Blessed is the one who perseveres under trial because,

having stood the test,

that person will receive the crown of life

that the Lord has promised to those who love him.”

(James 1 vs. 12)

            Perseverance is life, we need to persevere in many ways and the easiest way is through meditation, prayer and having the faith that the Lord will bring us through our lives. We all hope for an easy life without illness or discomfort; always having a job; a life partner to share things with; and the list goes on. In other words, we want to be born to live happily ever after! Happily ever after is not life in general. There will be ups and downs.

            I am in beautiful Sterling Massachusetts today dealing with an ailing 98 year old mom. Last Sunday things looked bleak when I had her transported to the hospital. Yesterday she was in rehab as bright as a morning sunshine wanting to go home. She will need assisted living but has made a remarkable recovery. This was not her time. In fact, all she could talk about last night was the last minute Patriots victory yesterday. She had a booming smile on her face.                  

                        There is a church that I drive by that posts a weekly slogan. One of my favorites describes life very well. I do not know the author but it said something like “Life is not about having a bumpy flight. It is about having a smooth landing!” We need to keep our faith to persevere on our bumpy ride. The best part will be the landing!

Thought for Today: Today will be the first day of the rest of our lives. Let us be spiritual and use it well.

Prayer for Today: Dear Father, we are experiencing a very bumpy ride. We have concerns about money, pollution, violence, health and more. Today we give thanks for having the Holy Spirit with us and will to get through it all so that we may experience the landing. Amen.