(Photograph by Edwin Redrino)
I sat speechless the other day as I listened to someone talk about her thoughts on ending her life due to something that other people would consider a great blessing. Just a few days prior to that incident, someone I knew grieved tremendously for the loss of the very blessing that this person was considering a burden—such a complete contrast of perspective!
I admired the hope in the heart of this acquaintance who suffered a great loss. Despite the deep sorrow she must’ve felt, she acknowledged the miracle of being able to keep her blessing even for a short period of time. I know that her blessing will be restored to her again someday. And I trust that when that day comes, she will receive an even greater blessing for having a grateful heart despite this painful challenge she has faced in life.
On that same week, a rare opportunity was offered to someone I knew who considered the chance as a great privilege; while another felt that it was only an additional load that would add up to this person’s already numerous responsibilities. It was again interesting for me to see such different points of view.
We can see through these instances that there are times when we are given the exact same glass of water, but some of us see it as half-full, while some see it as half-empty.
When I look back at the things that happened in my life, I could see that each phase was a step towards the next. Everything happened for a reason—even the most unpleasant experiences, for they became my refining moments.
We may not understand the purpose behind every single heartache and painful trial, but we can learn to have faith that things will fall into place if we put our trust in Him. Let’s follow the admonition written in Psalms 46:10, “Be still, and know that I am God…” and consider everything that happens to us as a blessing, instead of burden.
This is a wonderful inspirational thought for me today. Thanks a lot, Cherry.
Brother Amistad
You’re welcome, Brother Amistad! Thanks for dropping by.
Thank you for sharing your thought on this Sister. It reminds me to be of good cheer always even in difficult times…..
You’re welcome, Judith. And yes, be of good cheer!
Wondering what’s that blessing and/or burden referred to, can’t really get to give an appropriate comments except that to confirm the truth of the fact that some things, acts, persons, remarks, happenings ,etc. maybe considered a blessing to some but burden to the others and vice-versa…
God bless,,, keep on writing food for thoughts and for the spirit. Alles gute von Mom.
Danke, Mutti.
But I think I will have to keep the nature of the blessing a mystery in this case. 
It can be anything, right? Und Du hast recht, people see things differently, but it’s best to always look at the bright side. 
Ich vermisse Dich! 
Your inspiring thoughts really relieved me for the lost of my father recently due to lingering disease. Although I knew that his disappearance is for a time as he went to another sphere beyond the veil, the memories of the past keeps my heart and mind to grief. But I feel good about it as i ponder on the final direction of our soul. Its a blessing for him to have passed mortality after 77 years to attain immortality and be with someone dear to you for time and eternity.
Adversities in life are not only learning experiences for us to grow but also good test of strenght of our character. There is always beauty of having conquered it and appreciate the sweetness of feeling after its over. Things will work out well as we look on the positive side of every trial. Who would be against us anyway if God is with us? An Omnipotent, omniscient, and omnipresent God.
I totally agree, Bro. Mendoza. Thank you for your comment.
Thanks Sis for always sharing Good thoughts.
Thanks for stopping by, Nery!