Today, in church, our beloved Pastor Mike gave us a lesson in spiritual gifts, (1 cor 12:1-11). How many people have different things that our Lord has bestowed on us to bring to the our conversation and to the world. Some have discernment.. some have an unfailing faith, some have the power of healing, and so forth. What do I have? I am the lover of three-legged dogs. How many times have I been burned, countless; hurt, countless; how many people have let me down; countless. One should hold a grudge at some point, but I don't. I love everyone. I guess that is a fault?
My husband told me today that I hold on to EVERY glimmer of hope that there is to be had. Yes, I do. I consider that a gift my Lord gave to me. Not to give up on people, not to shut them out, or count them out. I can't stand letting anyone down or anyone being lonely.
Will I be burned again, most likely. Will I get angry at someone, yes, I will. Will I give up on them, probably not.
Lord help me, you gave me this gift.