Today I received a call from the Shelby Township police department saying there had been a noise complaint from my lovely condo neighbors behind us, and I was going to get a $150 fine for my dog barking. Yes, my Swiss cheese memory failed me. I had let Halo out in the afternoon and forgot to let him back in when I left the house. Thankfully it was a nice warmer day. Nothing like a phone call from the police to make your heart skip a few beats. I went into panic mode trying to frantically call anyone who was near to let him in. It took a few minutes to calm down and remind myself that God is in control, even when it feels like there is one stressor after another for the last two months. The kids and I were reading the 'Jesus Always' by Sarah Young devotions tonight. It talked about giving thanks in all circumstances, even when there is sorrow, frustrations, or hardships. We all have been struggling with this; feeling crabby or complaining about everything little thing that goes wrong. It was good for all of us to stop and thank God for specific ways we are blessed by friends family, home, health care, and school. While it doesn't change my frustration with myself for forgetting Halo outside and the ensuing citation, it does help put things in perspective, changing the focus from my own woes to thanksgiving for God's blessings.
Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you. 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18
The Lord is my light and my salvation; whom shall I fear? The Lord is the stronghold of my life; of whom shall I be afraid? Psalm 27:1
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