letter
from the Editor/Founder
I Would Rather Be Blessed Than To Be Lucky The words of a popular gospel song comes to mind when I think about the gift of my life and all the things that it validates; Silver and Gold, I’d rather have Jesus than silver and gold. I understand the writer to say that Jesus isn’t expendable, and can’t be used to purchase commodities or gain prominence. The love of God and His favor is worth more than any earthly possession. As if they’re proclaiming the luster of Christ is unmatched and all perpetrators are unequivocal to His capabilities. In agreement, I change the wording by saying “I would rather be blessed than to be lucky”. The extremes of luck, both good and bad is determined by its recipient. Luck has no origin, has no face, nor voice. It promises nothing because it can’t be summoned. Luck isn’t attached to anything. We say someone is lucky when they win the lottery or when the survive close calls of adversity. We say someone is unlucky when they fail and succumb to challenging circumstances. If so, what are we when we give all that we’re made of to someone or something with great expectations, but come up empty? Close but no victory, yet determined but unsure. Most would conclude that we’ve had an encounter with luck, good or bad. On the other hand, I confess that my blessings flow from one place. When things get out of order in my life, I don’t resort to wishful thinking. I seek the one source who has proven to be effective in every arena. I praise God during the good and bad times and acknowledge His hand in my ordeals. I don’t hope for ideal outcomes but instead I pray for His will. God’s will calms troubled waters and heals a broken heart. His will has allowed me an opportunity to understand the difference between being lucky and being blessed. I am able to walk because God wants me to showcase His work away from my home. I am able to see with my eyes because God is working on someone else and requires me to view his manifestation. This is a strategy that ignites a growth in my faith in Him. I’m blessed with patience for the moments when I want to move and do it my way. Correctively, He pumps my brakes and controls my progression. I am soon reminded of how far troubled I was when I first accepted God. He allowed me to realize the resources I naturally possessed. His love has taught me that I’m not lucky, but I am blessed! Terry L. Watson 4
Huami Magazine.com
August/September 2010
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