I got up and read my bible this morning and prayed pretty constantly about a situation that has unfolded that everyone is avoiding like the plague. I sat down to write, but my words were just covering up, good, old-fashioned anger. So I took a break and headed to my inbox where my postcard from the cosmos was waiting:
Greetings,
Holding on to anger is like grasping a hot coal
with the intent of throwing it at someone else;
you are always the one who gets burned.
- The Buddha
And I laughed. Right clicked, saved and erased my post to post this instead.
I will still pray there is some sort of resolution, but I won't waste my time being so angry about it, nor will I immerse myself in it this summer. Bottom line? I do not own this situation.
As much as I try to practice my faith--I'm one heck of a grudge holder! And although, my practice is usually to avoid, if given the chance I will address what needs to be addressed. I will do so without accusation or placing blame--I have concerns; I have a voice. I have a choice. Today I choose not to let it wast my energy with negativity. I give it to God--He can handle it. He's good at giving me permission to let things go and giving it to Him. Blessed. Always blessed.
I respect your privacy and don't require details but I hope you'll let us know how this turns out. I'm seeking guidance in an issue that is painful and making me angry as well. Good to know I'm not alone and I'm interested in how others fare -- good or bad. Meanwhile, you're in my prayers.
ReplyDeleteYou are in my prayers Dear friend. You will never know the impact you have made in my life. Reading your posts always helps me put my life in perspective. Let me share this scripture that I recite on a daily basis,"Let the words from my mouth, the dedication in my heart, be acceptable in thy sight, oh Lord, my strength, my redemer, Amen."
ReplyDeleteI forgot to put the scripture and a correction; Psalm 19:14 *Meditation of my heart
ReplyDeleteThanks Michelle, I put this verse in my journal: ) I will pray and reflect on it--I just need to let this situation go as it does not directly impact me. Sometimes my ideals are not the same as others and that's just the way it is...life. God gives me grace on a daily basis--I too must extend it, pray and move on: )
ReplyDeleteJust found your blog today from your awesome response to Sasha's post about growing up. So happy I stumbled upon you. Said a little prayer for you too :) Be blessed!!!!!
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