“May your day be full of the good stuff, the really good stuff – blessings that make your heart happy, memories that bring you joy…and the contentment from God that refreshes your soul.”

My life is filled with “the really good stuff.”

I read this quote today and reflected.

That never have I once been neglected.  

I have faced challenging seasons for sure.

But with my faith in God, He has helped me to endure.

I don’t label the “really good stuff” in life as material things.

No, to me they are the undeserved and priceless blessings.

Blessings that make my heart happy.

That even if my day is going crappy,

I can surrender it all to God and be filled with His joy.

He provides me with contentment that I will not allow to be destroyed.

The really good stuff consists of being able to kiss my children good night.

Rising up each morning able to wiggle my fingers and toes, as I open my eyes to see the sun light.

Knowing that I serve a faithful, gracious, and loving God who forgives me of my sins.

Each day I wake up and count the blessings, where do I begin.

This really good stuff is meant to be shared.

Loving on others to show that you care.

So today, take a moment to look at your life and the “really good stuff.”

As you zoom in you will see that you have been given more than enough.

-Rose

The Really Good Stuff. I have this rolodex type calendar on my desk at work. It contains scriptures, life hack tips, and random quotes from people. This item once belonged to a coworker of mine, but when he was forced to retire due to his health, I kept it. Today’s date displayed the quote above my poem by an unknown person and inspired me to write something. It reminded me of my life and how good my life is, even when it can be chaotic at times. Like when I am feeling overwhelmed or frustrated. What helps me stay calm and at peace is being able to reflect on all the blessings I have in this really good life and God’s Word. I’m definitely content, blessed and joyful.

I may not feel joyful in the moments of stress, but that is why it is so important to get into God’s word and to connect with Him through prayer. It’s what helps keep me grounded and humble or else I would allow self-control to go out the window. This past week is a prime example. Monday started off on a high note from being around my church family on Saturday, serving in my community, and then Sunday praising and worshiping my Lord and Savior, Jesus. By Monday I was strutting into work singing praises and with a true sense of joy. Satan was busy though. On Tuesday that’s when my patience and peace was tested.

In those types of moments we have a decision to make, give into our flesh by allowing our feelings to control us or follow the Holy Spirits leading by giving it to God and be reminded of His faithfulness. Knowing that I have been through this type of feeling before, I didn’t allow it to consume or control me. I knew that everything would be alright. I just needed to communicate what was bothering me with those involved and be reminded that God is with me through it all. Lashing out in anger gets you nowhere and will make the situation worse.

I hear so many times how calm I am when I should be furious about something. Believe me, I wasn’t always this way. That’s the transforming power of Jesus when you make the decision to surrender your life completely over to Him. When you meditate on His word daily and keep it on your heart. I know everyday won’t be rainbows and sunshine. I expect the trials to come my way and when they do I want Satan to know, I’m ready. God has blessed me with a lot of “really good stuff”. I choose joy. I choose to remain content. I choose to constantly remind myself that this world is my temporary home. I choose to focus on what really matters, the really good stuff.

✝️“The Lord is good, a strong refuge when trouble comes. He is close to those who trust in him.”
‭‭Nahum‬ ‭1‬:‭7‬ ‭NLT‬‬
https://bible.com/bible/116/nam.1.7.NLT