Today I had inspiration from an ant. Of all things. I hate ants.
I came across this little guy floating in our kiddie pool while I was out taking garden pics. I watched him run around and around on the leaf trying to figure out a way off. For him there was no land in sight, just a whole lot of aqua as his raft just kind of floated around aimlessly not really taking him anywhere.
I really empathized with the poor, little dude.
There are days I think, when we feel stuck, and that vastness of what lies ahead of us is overwhelming, and rescue seems very unattainable.
I know I have times like that.
But this little guy reminded me as I snapped the picture and then gently lifted him to drier ground, that even though we don't always know what is going to happen, and things seem bleak; we have to have faith that once in a while there is something greater out there watching, ready to give us a lift when we need it.
Jen
Amen! Something we all need to remember. Thank you for sharing, and for helping the ant!
ReplyDeleteLove your post today, Jen. Thanks for the reminder.
ReplyDeletexoxo
Donna
Oh I couldn't agree with you more!
ReplyDeleteToo bad that we tend to forget those wonderful thoughts in the times that we need them most. That's why it's good to have friends like you to remind us!
These gentle words are coming to me in a lot of posts. I must not be the only one on a leaf.
ReplyDeleteDebbie
floating ... rescued ... that's kinda' where we are right now, too
ReplyDeleteI know alot of people floating
so fun having you here the other day
I LOVE the hostess gift
AND I meant to show you the moss!
It is amazing what God can teach us through His creation! Thanks for the reminder.
ReplyDeleteFirst of all, I love it that you rescued him. Secondly, the analogy is so true! God is watching out for us. What a great reminder of that!
ReplyDeleteThis was just what I needed today. Thanks.
ReplyDeleteyour poetic sense of compassion was beautifully said Jenn...
ReplyDeleteexcept, come to think about it, what would be that bad floating on a raft in a clean pool on a hot day??
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And friends to help you off the raft and onto dry land!! here if you need me! xoxoxo
ReplyDeleteSuch a wonderful message and reminder! Thank you for sharing....
ReplyDeleteBlessings,
Lisa
www.trinity-house.com
This.
ReplyDeleteSo true, and so very much needed this day. Thank you!
Hugs,
Anne
HOW COOL is that!? Lessons in nature are everywhere :)
ReplyDeleteYes.. we all have to remember we are 'safe and being taken care of'.. sometimes we forget that! I was given a life sentence a few years ago, but I had so many good friends and family help me get back to health... sorta felt like that little 'ant'... nice post!
ReplyDeleteSandy
thewondersofdoing@blogspot.com
Thank you for this :)
ReplyDeleteHi Jen~
ReplyDeleteI am really touched by this post. It reminds me of all the times God has rescued me! Even when He couldn't take me out of an uncomfortable time, He walked with me through it! It is so good for me to remember His faithfulness!
I think that is sweet that you moved him to dry land, too. :)
And I wanted to tell you, I was reading my copy of "This Old House" and guess who I saw? YOU! I am sure you know this, but I just had to let you know I'm so thrilled for you! :)
Very timely post, Jen. A good reminder that we don't always know what to do, but God is there to help us out.
ReplyDeletexo,
Debra
Very good thought. Thanks for sharing it!
ReplyDeleteI was just browsing back over your old posts and found this.
ReplyDeleteHow wonderful!
I need to read you every single day. :-)