Be a responder

There’s a secret to relational health that is often overlooked by most people I’ve met: people often react rather than respond. Responders do the right things, but reactors are manipulated by people and setbacks. The Bible is clear that the Lord sees all people and what they do: “From heaven, the LORD looks down and sees all mankind” (Psalms 33:13, NIV). 

Las Vegas is a great city. I love this town. The music, shows, food, and big events are some of the greatest in the world. I had the privilege of bringing my eldest granddaughter, Bravery, to a hockey game last night. It was her first time at the T-Mobile arena and her first professional game. It’s priceless how God provides blessings for emotional health. 

I had seen Bravery at her brother’s soccer game on Saturday morning. She mentioned that she wanted to go to a Vegas Golden Knights game. I replied that I’m often offered tickets and would invite her the first chance I got. A few minutes after the soccer game, I received a text from my friend: “Wanna go to the game tonight? I can get you two tickets.” Hallelujah! Bravery and I were able to go to the game that night. She sat in a VIP booth and ate VIP food. She learned a great lesson through this blessing: “Take delight in the LORD, and He will give you the desires of your heart.” (Psalms 37:4, NIV) 

People will let us down, but God is the One who provides. If I give people too much power over my happiness, I’ll limit God. If I need people to make me feel secure or happy, I’ll react poorly to disappointment. But if God is my source of security and health, I’ll be able to respond to disappointments instead of reacting to circumstances.

friend, build your trust in a good God and pour out His goodness on everyone you meet. If Christ is your source of blessings and security, you will become a responder. Your trust will be in Him, and you will become a miracle. And I love you a ton!