When I saw this sandcastle last fall, I wondered who started digging and why they stopped. Did they realize their efforts would soon be fruitless and washed away to sea? Was high tide coming? Did they did distracted? Was it time to go home? What?
Seeing this blob of sand makes me think about my life. I’ve wasted years building on sandy ground. At one point, I chased vanity, material possessions, entertainment, and the cheap pleasures of our culture. Nothing remained when the storms of life came. I found myself broken, bankrupt and back to ground zero every time. What a waste of effort!
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(pic taken on beach Oct 2009)
Thanks Tiffinay this post really blessed me!!! I'm sort of feeling sorry for myself and really there is no reason,for God has promised to supply my every need.Oh I love that scripture Isaiah 43:1 assurring me that God is with me no matter what I'm going through,and because of that I have hope!!!!
Love you and have a wonderful day 🙂
What a great analogy Tiffany! It sometimes makes me wonder why we put so much effort into those things that aren't going to last beyond this life. Great reminder of where to lay up our treasure.
You are a beautiful blessing, love you.
Tiffany,
What an encouraging post this was. I too, find myself like the sand that gets taken out to see and have to realize that I can't let the enemy beat me down. I have to persevere and when I do, I try and find something to do for someone else. It's hard to be down on yourself and do a kind deed for another. Joy is restored.
Love and Hugs ~ Kat
Tiffany, I relate to your words. It is too easy for me to slip into a material state of mind. Yet, I praise God for His unmerited favor that speaks to my soul and brings conviction when I set my heart on vain things.
Beautiful words of life!
Blessings,
Andrea
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Great picture Tiff. You have such an eye for God in the ordinary everyday things. What a blessed gift to have! xo
What a great analogy Tiffany!
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