When 1 Samuel 16:7 Rescues a Disappointing Life

Ever tempted to feel mediocre, tucked firmly away in obscurity? Think again…

crossing I’m not where I hoped to be.

That’s a common phrase amongst us, but there are seasons that echo it louder than others.

It used to be that when I looked around and saw others living larger lives than mine, I’d console myself with the knowledge that they were older than I. You’re young. Just give it a few more years, I’d say. Then I’ll be there.

Didn’t happen.

Well, I overstate. Getting a bachelor’s degree and being almost out of debt from it is an elephantine blessing. I could certainly be in worse health. I’m not desperately miserable at work. The list goes on. I’ve known for a while that there will always be someone better off, and that chasing that is chasing after the wind.

But the battle rose to a new pitch recently when I took another look around at the powerful men surrounding me and realized with a start…they’re all…

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2 thoughts on “When 1 Samuel 16:7 Rescues a Disappointing Life”

Thank you for re-blogging this Dawn… just re-read it and was doubly blessed! Still enjoying your wit and wisdom… as I find time. Please forgive me when I disappear for a while. Life has been a little nuts lately! 🤣

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