Desire to Gain...

On a different note,

I wonder of our desire to gain blinds us from our ability to be Thankful? Not saying None of us are thankful, or that we do not appreciate our lives... But, doesn't it seem to be a bit one sided? Meaning, the things we need, lack or desire are continually being renewed, refreshed, recycled, and stay on our minds without much choice in the matter. It is our nature to acquire it seems... Hunt & gather instincts... Conquests... survival!
So, it is a daily choice or decision that must be made in order to circumvent this aspect of ourselves... in order to Live a better quality of life. Here's the funny thing... You made end up having less, but feeling more fulfilled! How Amazing is that!?!?!
Being Thankful doesn't mean you stop seeking, working, or driving towards goals... it just keep them in a more manageable place in the priorities of your life. Anything that consumes your thoughts, time, or energy should be up for evaluation & analysis... As it could be come an idol or addiction... We should not be driven or consumed by the desire to gain... should be quite the opposite!
You've read my previous posts, and the fulfillment that comes with investing in others, giving of yourself, and putting others first! If all we are is led by our personal gains, this world would be a pretty lonely place! The understanding and acknowledgment of what drives us will provide a key to a better life. It will allow us a sense of control, sense of enlightenment, and allow for a more focused approach to our days!
We are ALL made of flesh, and will Always desire to fill the void that clouds ours worldly judgement. The goal is to fill our lives with solid, foundational, fulfilling, rewarding, and fruitful things... One that can enrich this world we live... To be thankful for family, friends, air, Love and things that truly carry more value then the material or temporary things which only weigh us down.
Let's not let our desire to gain out weight the incredible things we already have in our midst. The Love of friends & family, the Love of a Savior, the internet needed to read this blog, the air we breathe, and so on... We have MUCH to be thankful!! Or we can go around feeling empty, lonely, let down, frustrated, rejected, and such... Change the world by starting with in ourselves!

Good day & God Bless,
Chris