Half Empty or Half Full?

You guys, I've really been struggling with this blog. I begin a post and then stop because I don't feel it's good enough. For some reason I feel like my posts have to be pages long and super deep. It's so frustrating. But then I stopped and asked myself who was I trying to impress and what I was trying to accomplish. I began this blog because I wanted my stories and experiences to reach others and help them through similar difficult situations. I simply wanted to share the struggles in my life and to let others know that they were not alone. Much to my horror I realized I was also doing it for my own glory. I wanted to gain followers. I wanted to be noticed. I just wanted more. More. More. More. I discovered that this was a pattern that spilled over into all areas of my life. I guess I bought into my generation's line of thinking more than I cared to admit. I felt I was entitled to everything. I constantly found myself thinking of the things I didn't have or the things I wish I had and immediately I felt I must be missing something. I felt wronged because I hadn't been given the things I deserved. I'm a princess and by golly how dare anyone deny me the things I want.

Boy, have I been wrong [you'll find I'm wrong, a lot].

Here's what I know. Something a pastor said really resonated with me.

"We often complain that our cup isn't full but we don't stop to think that it never runs dry."

I've been so busy wanting to fill my cup to the brim that I haven't stopped to acknowledge my Heavenly Father's faithfulness. I have never been left needing anything. My God has always provided. He has never let my cup run dry. It's not about whether your cup is half empty or half full, it's about the fact that there is always something in it and that means that God is always working in your life!

God never promised an easy journey but He has promised to never leave our side. Today I was reminded to count my blessings and to stop wanting more of the things that don't matter and more of what does. I discovered that this blog was not about me. It was about the things God placed on my heart to share with others. I hope to remember that every time I sit down and write something for you guys. I want you to be just as blessed by my words as I am by sharing with you all. Oh, and for the record, I don't want the things I deserve. Because the only thing I deserve is death. And yet my Heavenly Father and Savior is merciful enough to grant me life. With God, I already have more than I could ever need. Or want. 

And I am a princess. But not because I'm entitled or deserve anything. But because my Father is the King of kings [1 Timothy 6:15] and I am His daughter. Once upon a time won't always look how we want it to but if we stop long enough to let God work in our lives, it will be far better than any fairytale we can ever dream up. God is always working, even if we can't see it. And remember, no matter the circumstance, God makes all things work together for good for those who love Him [Romans 8:28].


Enjoy your world, y'all. Love everyone and when you're feeling down, count your blessings.

xoxo,

Susy