The words in this picture are among my favorite thoughts! I was so glad to find it to add to my blog. The choices we make today will indeed affect the children of the future.
This brings another thought to mind. Matthew 10:39-42 tells us a story about what is important. When Jesus visited the home of Martha and her sister Mary, Martha busied herself with preparations of entertaining their guest. Mary on the other hand, sat at the feet of Jesus to listen to His teachings.
It's important to be a good hostess; but it's more important to focus our attention on things that have everlasting results. Jesus reminds us of setting our priorities on things of heaven and not on earthly things that can be taken away.
I am by no means saying that we shouldn't take life seriously and strive to accomplish goals while here on earth in this life. What I am trying to convey is that this is not the end, nor the purpose why we exist.
There is more to life than materialistic values. When Martha became overwhelmed with preparations Jesus told her "Martha, Martha, thou art careful and troubled about many things: But one thing is needful; and Mary hath chosen that good part, which shall not be taken away from her." (Matt. 10:41-42)
Where are you setting your priorities?
Thursday, October 16, 2008
Priorities
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