In one of Charles Schulz' classic Peanuts, Charlie Brown is shown talking about the ease with which he was able to prepare Snoopy's dinner. While walking out to feed his dog, he declares, "This kind of dog food is no trouble at all. You just pour it into the bowl, add a little water and stir it up." Snoopy is then seen sitting alone on his dog house with these thoughts reflected in a balloon above his head: "I'd rather be worth a little trouble." When it comes to relationships, we all long to be "worth a little trouble." (Chicken Soup For The Christian Soul)
This week we are bombarded with thoughts of being thankful. We will sit around and eat and then nap—then eat some more and then nap. Then in the afternoon we will eat the leftovers and have the game on while we are taking a—you guessed it, a nap.
In the ferocious pace of the day, it is a great reminder for us to remember and give thanks for all the trouble our Father in heaven went to on our behalf. Peter reminds us that it was not with perishable things like silver or gold that we were redeemed from our empty way of life…but with the precious blood of Christ.
This week of thanksgiving, may we enjoy our freedom in Christ, because somebody thought we were worth the trouble.
Have a blessed week.
Your friend,
Mike
