NEVER GIVE UP
Today's reading: Psalm 105-107

"Search for the Lord and for is strength, and keep on searching." Psalm 105:4 NLT

Snow skiing. Tried it. Quit.

Cake decorating. Tried it. Quit.

Crocheting. Tried it. Quit.

Ice skating. Tried it. Quit.

Tole painting. Tried it. Quit.

Stamping. Tried it. Quit.

Keeping a clean house. Tried it. Quit.

Giving up sweets. Tried it. Quit.

Dieting and exercise. Tried it. Quit.

Yes, dear friends, I am a 'quitter'. The things I've tried and quit are numerous, don't think this list in all inclusive, by any means. Some have cost too much money. Some have required more time than I care to give. Some have been less than intriguing once I got into them. Some didn't fit my personality. Some didn't work. Some took too long to 'catch on' to. Some, like the sweets, didn't get my whole hearted effort.

Applaud my efforts if you wish, but in my opinion, you should save it for the folks who have stuck with any noble cause and persevered.

Is there anything I've ever stuck with? Sure there are a few things: eating, talking and seeking God.

The first, eating, I'm good at. Blame it on a voracious appetite, a family filled with the most wonderful cooks or a desire to live life one cheesecake at a time.

The second, is a hobby. A natural bent, some have said. The famous quote is, I speak, therefore I am. Well, in my case, it goes like this: I am, therefore I speak!

The third, seeking God, is something I must do. You will not see me giving up on this. You won't see me throw in the towel. You will never, I'll shout it from the tops of my lungs, I'll never stop seeking God and His strength.

Why? Well, don't think it comes easily. Don't assume I'm a natural at it. It's a matter of life or death and let's be honest, I prefer to live.

He's all I have. He's all I want. His strength is what I rely on.

What about you? You've not given up on Him, have you?