A Good Return~

Ecclesiastes 4:9 “Two are better than one, because they have a good return for their labor.”

This past Christmas my daughter-in-law, Lis, wanted to surprise Hormone with a pitching mound.  She ordered it on-line, and it arrived within a few days.  Except that it was a bunch of parts and screws with instructions all mixed together in a box.  She needed help.

Jorge to the rescue!

They spent the better part of a day toiling away, and Lis did just as much work as Jorge.  When it was all over, they had the satisfaction of a job well-done as well as a good return for their efforts.

I was so impressed when I came home and saw them having so much fun, that I took a picture to forever remember the day (see below).  Look at them with their matching protective eye wear! Hahaha! 

But I was also immediately reminded of the verse above. 

In this case it was daughter-in-law and father-in-law uniting for their shared love of Hormone, and they had a great experience working together. 

When we work together we help each other succeed.  I wonder if there is more than one application to this verse?

Let’s check it out Thursday.

PRAYER: Dear Lord, Thank You for reminding us that two are better than one.  We agree!  Fill our lives with those who are willing to go the distance with us, and help us be the kind of person who is also willing to do their part.  We can expect a good return for our efforts!  In Jesus’ name, AMEN~

What a Great Pairing!!!

Ephesians 1:18-21
I pray that the eyes of your heart may be enlightened in order that you may know the hope to which He has called you and the glorious wealth that God's people will inherit.

 

What's your favorite pairing? It is a cheeseburger and fries? Maybe it was Bogey and Bacall? For me it's always been milk and anything.

For sure we know that one is just not as good as the two together, and that's what makes this verse so AWESOME!

The hope to which He has called us, once our eyes are open to it, will encourage us deeply. But paired together with the glorious wealth that we will inherit makes this verse a tour de force--something that nothing else can compare to. Not your bank account, your cute spouse, your dream job, your pet monkey, or your best friend in the whole wide world!

When we break this down literal word for literal word it means that there is an infinitude of wealth.

Now ask yourselves this question, "How long can I enjoy my possessions on earth?" Realistically speaking, and even with advancements in science, I think the majority of us will make it well into our 80s and beyond. But sooner or later, BAM! we are all taking a ride on the glory train. So the infinitude of wealth that this verse refers to is eternal life.

When this life gets you down, think about the magnificence of heaven.

When somebody gets on your last nerve, think about the inexhaustible riches that await.

When every dream you ever dreamed for someone is dashed, remember that in heaven everyone will be a perfect version of themselves.

I am not suggesting that we check out early and resign our lives to a dreary existence. What I am saying is that even when life is less than great, we can always hang on to the hope and the glorious glory that awaits. In fact, when we shift our focus to everything that's wrong to everything good that's coming our way it transforms us. We become happy happy happy.

Prayer:

Dear Lord, Thank You for the infinitude of wealth that we will enjoy one day. How rich and glorious. We are even more grateful that we don't have to wait to start benefiting from all Your blessings. Right here right now send your peace and help to me and every single person I love--especially (Fill in the blank.) In Jesus' name, AMEN~