Reflection

A post I have been thinking about for awhile, how to say all the things I have thought about without sounding crass or sarcastic (because you all know, I am the best at Sarcastic!).............
Nasty... that is what you could describe some people I know. Funny how they actually bump into my orbit, because you see, under any other circumstances they would not have that chance. And they are not just nasty to me, they are nasty to all those that come up with the idea before them, or maybe have a higher knowledge, or maybe just a nicer person in general. It has really baffled me to the point where I truly believe the lies they hide, and the deception they attempt to keep from others make them this way. (That and the fact, they probably had a horrible HS career!) I mean seriously when you are above 30 and are worried about being popular- well anyway that is a whole other issue! You choose to be nasty, - plain and simple. Some would say it comes from a faulty ego, or the inability to see yourself as worthy. Others would argue that they simply don't see themselves that way- I believe after countless hours of discussing that they are just miserable- They are in a situation, a lifestyle choice, a marriage, a circumstance that they are truly unhappy or embarrassed by. So to ease the pain of their own tortured soul they inflict chaos and pain wherever they travel. To be able to spread lies, create turmoil, and take cheap shots is almost a game for them. The more they see the more they do- I almost chuckle at how miserable they must be. And again, it is their choice to be so nasty! But, it is consistent! With anyone who may think differently than them, or they feel threatened by.
I have prayed over this "nasty" all year. Not for them, but for me- to escape the mental warfare they so desire. For me it has gotten better, and it just keeps getting better. To the point now, I actually almost feel sorry for their cheap disposition. In Proverbs 4 - which has been a great chapter for me, the BIBLE says, " I am guiding you in the way of wisdom, and I am leading you on the right path- NOTHING will hold you back, you will not be overwhelmed. Always remember what you have been taught- DO not let go of it..... Stay away from evil they cannot rest until they harm someone, keep away from the paths of evil." God has just blessed my family this year above and beyond. He has carried us, provided for us, and held us so the throws of the world have just bounced on by! It has been wonderful!
I believe the devil is the root of all evil- trying to reason with nasty is like arguing with a drunk! Not wasting time, not being conflicted, and now having this feeling of sorrow for them makes me aware of how I have grown as a person. I don't live my life as a lie, I don't take pleasure in creating havoc, and I certainly don't need carnal gratification- This nasty is Satan spawned- and it's sad... to know that those that take such glory in the flesh, will burn in hell with their tormented twisted unsaved hearts- I choose to believe that the carnal choice they made will prevent them from ever seeing or knowing Christ- and that is such a shame.
So if you are a BLOG stalker (LOL), a friendly reader, a great friend, or just a passer by- Pray for Nasty- pray that they would "Come to the water, you who thirst, so they will thirst no more!" And if you are Nasty... well I leave you with this "do not be interested only in your own life, but be interested in the lives of others" Philippians 2:4

On a much lighter note.... we leave for Franklin Tuesday- should get there late Tuesday night, and we can't wait to see the place! Expect lots of pictures and great views from the top! It has been a great week at school, Tuesday we fed our parents Ziti- Check out the other Blog, Wednesday our choirs sang GREAT for their Christmas music practice, and today, we received 3 new LONG bookshelves and 4 MAC computers for the classroom! Don't let anybody fool you, GOD IS GOOD! and he wants your to prosper.... The plans he laid for you are GOOD!