“I can do all things through him who strengthens me.” Philippians
7:13
“And the peace of God, which passes all understanding, will
guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.” Philippians 4:7
When we receive a
new license plate number, I look for a way to connect it with something that
will help me remember it. Our most
recent one is VGD 099. I chose V (very)
G (good) D (day) and 099 (99%). Each
time I look for our license plate in a parking lot, it reminds me that it is a
Very Good Day. The 99% reminds me that
most days aren’t perfect but are mostly Very Good Days.
Even a large folk
art clock right inside a mall shop reminds me, “Today is a good day for a good
day”.
At the
same time, I realize that there are days that are challenging. I recall the popular children’s book, Alexander
and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day. Judith Viorst originally published the book
in 1972. It is still available today,
probably because we can all relate to it.
A movie and also a musical were produced based on the book.
Most of the time
when I find myself in a worrisome situation, family and friends are there to
offer me comfort and support. Above all,
I know I can count on God’s promise to always walk with me both on good days
and during challenging times.
Prayer: Dear God, thank you for your assurance that you are always with
us. More than ever, in a world full of
fears, dissent, and discord, we need your hope.
Amen.
Lois Poppe
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