“Bless the LORD, O my soul, and forget not all his benefits:” – Psalms 103:2
In troublesome times our attention is often diverted away from where it should be. We focus on our burdens rather than our blessings. The following story should serve as a good reminder of where our thoughts should be.
A group of American school children were asked to list what they thought were the present “Seven Wonders Of The World.” Though there were some disagreements, the following received the most votes:
- Egypt’s Great Pyramids
- Taj Mahal
- Grand Canyon
- Panama Canal
- Empire State Building
- St. Peter’s Basilica
- Great Wall of China
While gathering the votes, the teacher noted that one student had not finished her paper yet. So she asked the girl if she was having trouble with her list. The little girl replied, “Yes, a little. I couldn’t quite make up my mind because there are so many.” The teacher said, “Well, tell us what you have, and maybe we can help.” The girl hesitated, then read, “I think the “Seven Wonders Of The World” are:
- To see
- To hear
- To touch
- To taste
- To feel
- To laugh
- To love
The room was so quiet you could hear a pin drop. The things we overlook as simple and ordinary and that we take for granted are truly wondrous. A gentle reminder – that the most precious things in life cannot be built by hand or bought by man. Think about it! The song writer gave good advice when he said “Count your many blessings”.
David Stone
Lakeway Baptist Church
5801 FM 1960 E
Humble, TX. 77346
