Lean Times

It can't be ignored anymore, times are tough. Economic problems aren't just stock tickers on the morning news anymore. They are lost benefits and jobs, they are real people with real problems.

I've learned something interesting in recent weeks. What is an epiphany for me may be old news to you so no need to take a seat or buckle-in or anything. I've thought about Joseph of Egypt and the prosperous years followed by the lean years. I've thought about our past of great prosperity that was enjoyed, and how this is changing to leaner times, and how important it is in times of prosperity to prepare for the inevitable famines.

So on to what I've learned...I've realized that this principle of prosperity and famine applies to just about everything in life, particularly spirituality and emotion well-being. I personally understand now better than ever how important it is when we experience rich emotional and spiritual times to get them into our storehouses for the other periods when we struggle. Record, recall, and recount the good things from life when faith dwindles and life bears down with its unrelenting pressures. When all else fails, as in Egypt of old, we can go to those with abundance and draw on their strength. On this Thanksgiving Day I am so grateful that while every resource on earth may evaporate, the storehouses of faith and love are abundant in my friends and family. Thank you all!