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Posted on 05/11/2021 6:00:25 PM PDT by luvie
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| You are a creature of habit, and you tend to find your comforts in the familiar. You already know what you like. Routine grounds you and keeps you stable. People are very envious of how calm and stress free your days are. You may be centered, but you aren't boring. You live a rich life with lots of variety - albeit well planned! You reflect often on how to have the most happiness and peace. You are too humble to call yourself philosophical, but that's exactly what you are. |
I’m spaghetti.
BUT — once AGAIN — they omit mustard from the condiment list. What’s up with that?
Bible in a Year:
My heart rejoices in the Lord; in the Lord my horn is lifted high.
After a painful minor surgery on my left eye, my doctor recommended a vision test. With confidence, I covered my right eye and read each line on the chart with ease. Covering my left eye, I gasped. How could I not realize I’d been so blind?
While adjusting to new glasses and renewed vision, I thought of how daily trials often caused me to be spiritually nearsighted. Focusing only on what I could see up-close—my pain and ever-changing circumstances—I became blind to the faithfulness of my eternal and unchanging God. With such a limited perspective, hope became an unattainable blur.
First Samuel 1 tells the story of another woman who failed to recognize God’s trustworthiness while focusing on her current anguish, uncertainty, and loss. For years, Hannah had endured childlessness and endless torment from Peninnah, the other wife of her husband Elkanah. Hannah’s husband adored her, but contentment evaded her. One day, she prayed with bitter honesty. When Eli the priest questioned her, she explained her situation. As she left, he prayed that God would grant her request (1 Samuel 1:17). Though Hannah’s situation didn’t change immediately, she walked away with confident hope (v. 18).
Her prayer in 1 Samuel 2:1–2 reveals a shift in Hannah’s focus. Even before her circumstances improved, Hannah’s renewed vision changed her perspective and her attitude. She rejoiced in the ongoing presence of God—her Rock and everlasting hope.
Reflect & Pray
How will focusing on God's unchanging nature instead of your circumstances give you greater hope? Where are you currently struggling with spiritual nearsightedness?
God, please renew my vision so I can focus on Your constant presence and live with an eternal perspective in all circumstances.
You know what you want in life, and you will assert yourself to get it. You are a natural leader. You are very honest and even blunt. People tend to know where they stand with you - you don't leave anyone guessing.
You don't shy away from the truth, but it doesn't cost you any popularity points. Most folks appreciate your strong personality.
You make the most of every moment, and you really savor the good things in life. You don't hold back when it comes to your own happiness.
You are a creature of habit, and you tend to find your comforts in the familiar. You already know what you like. Routine grounds you and keeps you stable. People are very envious of how calm and stress free your days are. You may be centered, but you aren't boring. You live a rich life with lots of variety - albeit well planned! You reflect often on how to have the most happiness and peace. You are too humble to call yourself philosophical, but that's exactly what you are.
Whatever a bento box is, thats me.
Falafel. I hate Falafel.
I wonder what I’ll be?
You are dirt.....dirty dirt.....the dirtiest dirt there is.
I keep thinking my Mom intercepts these tests.
You Are Falafel, huh? wtf? I never hada a farfel.
now get my dang swarma!
Don’t look at me! I don’t know what one is either. LOL! But then, I don’t know what a “swarma” is either. :D
Well, we got the same one. I really have been eating Chinese fried rice with beef a lot lately. For whatever reason. LOL!
I’m pizza.
YES!!!!
I am a Burger.
schwarma
Sorry ‘bout that! LOL! The quiz never lies. Or maybe it does.
I had Falafel from a food cart in Jerusalem. Wrapped in hot pita bread and drizzled with Tzatziki sauce.
In 37 years I have never been able to match the deliciousness of that simple fare.
“swarma” is rotisseried lamb sliced thin and put in a sandwich. It’s yummy!
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