!Stressed

As Jesus and his disciples were on their way, he came to a village where a woman named Martha opened her home to him. She had a sister called Mary, who sat at the Lord’s feet listening to what he said. But Martha was distracted by all the preparations that had to be made. She came to him and asked, “Lord, don’t you care that my sister has left me to do the work by myself? Tell her to help me!”

“Martha, Martha,” the Lord answered, “you are worried and upset about many things, but few things are needed—or indeed only one. Mary has chosen what is better, and it will not be taken away from her.” -- Luke 10:38-42 NIV

It's the start of Thanksgiving week, and it can be a really stressful time. Most of us have to work at least part of the week. We may have family coming to town. We probably have to juggle which family to see when over the course of the extended weekend. There is food to prepare, arrangements to make. So much to do and so little time! It can be easy to get so focused on all of the To-Do's of the week that we forget to take time and reflect on the reason for the holiday...to be thankful!

This is a great time to stop and reflect on the things we need to be truly thankful for in our lives. A little bit of perspective flipping is a good thing. The title today does not contain a typo...it's my way of showing you a different perspective. '!Stressed' is one way to be this week but a better way might be to flip that stress around which yields 'desserts!'

Everyone knows that no matter how good the turkey, stuffing, taters, or casseroles are...dessert is where it's at! Thanksgiving desserts are such that they merit their own dinner plate. That little-bitty pie plate most people try to use just won't cut it when there is so much great pie and cookies and ice cream to be had!!!

Likewise, a flipping of our perspective on the stresses of life this week into joyful and thankful reflection on God and all of His blessings is called for...in fact, it's far and away more critical than a nice place setting. Take some time each day this week and spend it in prayer, remembering every single blessing that has been poured out for you...and the best part is the dessert which is yet to come. So give thanks and have a great week!