I truly believe the media is one of the reasons people covet so much. When it comes to seeing stars, we see the glamorous life. They promote being rich as if it is the most important thing in the world. Yet everyone is puzzled when they find out a 13 year old boy robbed a elderly couple so he could buy a chain. I'm not surprised. Being rich, well dressed, and beautiful is glorified and thus we have misplaced the morals and the values we are to stand for.
I remember watching MTV Cribs, and a friend of mine begin to question his walk with God. He couldn't understand why the artist on TV had this huge home and was obvious living reckless and here he was, living right and he was in a small apartment. He wanted to know why it seemed as if the outright sinners seemed to be getting all the "good" blessings.
Now, who hasn't thought that way before. I'm not ashamed to say that I have asked those kinds of questions, but God quickly reminded me of some things. Firstly, everything is not as it seems. Which means just because the TV may show one thing, when the camera stops, the situation could very well be different. Secondly, God is blessing you everyday. If you are awake, what a blessing. If you have friends, what a blessing. If you have peace of mind, what a blessing. Thirdly, do not covet! Do not desire to have what someone else has. Lastly, know your priorities. What is most important to you in life? For me, its family and friends. That is the center of my being. Without them, I'd probably fall apart. There are a lot of super stars who wish they had family and true friends. I'd take real people over riches any day.
Psalm 37:7 NIV
Be still before the LORD and wait patiently for him;
do not fret when men succeed in their ways,
when they carry out their wicked schemes.
Be thankful for what God is doing in your life. You don't know what he has in store for you. Until Next Time...
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I remember watching MTV Cribs, and a friend of mine begin to question his walk with God. He couldn't understand why the artist on TV had this huge home and was obvious living reckless and here he was, living right and he was in a small apartment. He wanted to know why it seemed as if the outright sinners seemed to be getting all the "good" blessings.
Now, who hasn't thought that way before. I'm not ashamed to say that I have asked those kinds of questions, but God quickly reminded me of some things. Firstly, everything is not as it seems. Which means just because the TV may show one thing, when the camera stops, the situation could very well be different. Secondly, God is blessing you everyday. If you are awake, what a blessing. If you have friends, what a blessing. If you have peace of mind, what a blessing. Thirdly, do not covet! Do not desire to have what someone else has. Lastly, know your priorities. What is most important to you in life? For me, its family and friends. That is the center of my being. Without them, I'd probably fall apart. There are a lot of super stars who wish they had family and true friends. I'd take real people over riches any day.
Psalm 37:7 NIV
Be still before the LORD and wait patiently for him;
do not fret when men succeed in their ways,
when they carry out their wicked schemes.
Be thankful for what God is doing in your life. You don't know what he has in store for you. Until Next Time...
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