As I try to think about the practicalities of what abiding might look like, what are things around me that may help me develop the knowledge and character I need to withstand and overcome the pressures of modern living? Was I mad to pick up another thing to do by writing this blog? I am a family man with a "drop dead gorgeous wife", 3 kids (two married), 3 grandkids, so do I need another thing to add to my already busy little world?
I think the answer is a most definite yes! Anything that helps me develop character - and dare I say it discipline - to walk one day at a time is valuable. Discipline is not a popular concept or term in modern culture, but it is something that the ancients knew well and used to help them to cope with the pressures of their world. So I am looking around at what are the things that are going to help me develop me? The answer appears quite simple in the end, What's in my hand?
What's in my hand: my family, my job, my pets, exercising, my spiritual devotional life. All of these can help me learn to abide/ remain not just endure, but to excel in the way I do life. Doing things in a timely way, completing what is necessary, doing so with a positive attitude. This means my life will be not only a blessing to myself but to those around me.
What's in your hand?
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