THE LORD'S TEST
I woke up this morning
and knew that today,
the sun would not be shining
and the clouds would be gray.
As I stepped outside,
rain fell upon my head.
My car wouldn't start so,
I walked to work instead.
I forgot all of my assignments,
I failed all of my tests.
I dropped my head in disgust,
and asked the Lord for one request.
'Lord, why is it that things won't go my way?'
God gently replied:
Dear child it is because you didn't
appreciate the good in today.
I woke you up and enabled you
to see the sun again.
I gave you shelter, protected your family,
and even let you make a new friend.
I blessed you far greater
than I ever had before.
But you were too busy
to thank me for more.
You didn't feel sick
because I maintained your health.
You had money in your pocket
because I maintained your wealth.
You had shoes on your feet
and clothes to wear, too.
You had plenty of food to eat,
and what did you do?
You ignored your blessings
and went about your tasks.
But when you wanted something
you never hesitated to ask.
I was there when you needed me
and that wasn't too long ago.
But when things started going your way,
it was God's gifts you did not know.
As if that weren't enough,
I provided your favorite luxuries.
This was something I didn't have to do
they weren't even necessities.
And when it was time to get on your knees
and show your gratitude,
You decided that after such a fulfilling day,
you weren't in the mood.
So, I decided to give you
just a little test.
To show you how it would feel
to stop being blessed.
I began to realize what the Lord was saying.
And when I got home,
I gave thanks
and started praying.
God said, My child, you have learned
and you know I do forgive.
But remember to remember this day
as long as you shall live.
I love filling your life with joy,
and your pain I'll alleviate it.
But just a simple thank you
would show how much you appreciate it.
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