I sent out several books last week, and have received some very kind words of appreciation through facebook. People that I don't know- who have fast become friends. It is incredible what happens when you take a leap of faith you have been led to do. I now have 3 new friends who have already provided me comfort and support with MY losses. Truly as the bookmark reads:
If you wish to experience peace, provide peace for another.
If you wish to heal your own sadness or anger, seek to heal the sadness or anger of another.
Wise words from the Dali Lama. Words that have become my own mantra in the last few months. Words that have done exactly what they claim. Through trying to provide others comfort, strength, and hope through their sadness and dark days; I have received prayers and love myself. A very unexpected consequence. My goal was to ease other's suffering, by offering them hope; expecting NOTHING in return. And yet, I have been sent many kind "thank yous" and gracious words myself. How incredibly BLESSED am I? Receiving blessing such as these, the most important and priceless gift that one can offer; provides affirmation that I am following the path that I was led to follow. Of course, I love my family and my profession, and my co-workers - but ULTIMATELY at the end of times- what will I have to account for? How I kept my house, how much money did I make, did I drive a fancy car, did I have nice clothes? No- none of these will matter at the feet of the almighty God. What he will ask is did I make a difference in the lives of others, did I try to live my life as a TRUE Christian? Did I try to draw others closer to Him? Was I a willing vessel for his messages of love, hope, and strength to others? Only on that day when I kneel at his feet will I truly know if I have walked in the light of His glory. Till then I will carry on with my quest, trying to provide strangers and friends a like with messages of faith, hope, love, promise, and encouragement. I only pray that when I fall on my knees before Him, I am worthy of his gracious love and a heavenly home for all eternity.
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