Straighten Up
The orthodontist installed braces on my wonderful kid’s teeth today, another milestone in his young life met with his usual cheerful spirit. He knows it will be a benefit for his future. A little discomfort, a little extra dental care, perhaps a little teasing from somewhere for eighteen months of his life while his teeth train to behave. It’s a season in his life.
God uses seasons in my life to teach, admonish, or get my attention. My spiritual orthodontist, as it were, he tries to set me straight. His efforts have been more successful lately. For many years, I was a wanton snaggletooth. Ignoring my creator’s desire to show me a better way, I lived for me. But sin never satisfies.
At the time I thought following Jesus required a lobotomy of some sort. I had to first excise my personality, intelligence, or a desire for fun. Now I know that isn’t the case. And my idea of fun no longer brings anyone pain.
Jesus says that: My yoke is easy and My burden is light.
Amen. He is merciful, generous, and kind, more so than any human I have ever known. He loves me enough to correct me, because He knows it will benefit my future, and my future lasts an eternity.