No Husband Left Behind
HIM & HER — Together (on the Same Page)
[Bonus]
Living in the Moment
Yesterday:
Let us learn to accept the reality that yesterday is gone, for good. The only way we can “re-live” it is within our minds. Perhaps you have some incredibly good memories from the past, and that is good. Just be careful not to hold too tightly on to yesterday’s precious moments that you forget to make any new ones.
Honestly, my favorite thing about the past is what I have “learned” while going through something. Unfortunately, I feel “a day late and a dollar short” at times, wishing I had paid better attention to the details. Though I have no interest in repeating any of my past, I do appreciate the ability to reflect from time to time, and enjoy recalling a lesson learned.
At times, depression may result from poor reminders of things from the past which have caused us pain or disappointment. Let me encourage you to quickly release and forgive yourself and anyone else involved. Holding on to baggage from the past will likely rob your health, possibly for the rest of your life (simply not worth it).
Tomorrow:
If you find yourself “living in the future”, consider taking a step back and focus on enjoying the present. Often, procrastinators enjoy focusing their efforts on “things yet to come” in an interest of distracting from the details within the present moment. Seeing the future is not so bad though, as long as you do not forget about the present reality.
Planning for tomorrow is a concept which investors will gravitate. Identifying a rewarding stock, real estate property, or business acquisition may require some thought about what to expect once the investment matures. Remember, these are just considerations for what may be, though other factors may influence the results, positively or negatively.
If you have any anxiety about the future, the best advice I can provide is to pray. Releasing all of your frustrations, concerns and worries to our Loving God is probably the best investment you can ever make. Consider also taking some quality time to discuss with the love of your life, and listen to her response of love and concern.
Today:
Today is really the only place we should ever really “live”. As a child of God, you will only be able to “please God” by living in the present. “Love”, considered the greatest gift of all, must be given and shared in the here and now. Yesterday is already gone (too late) and tomorrow is not even promised (uncertain).
“Giving”, a beautiful concept which originated from our Heavenly Father, must be right now at the present time (to be effective). Holding back the resources your family or friends need today will only further add to their problems. “Serving”, our Awesome God and the incredible people within our lives, must also be in the present, today. Never advisable to wait on lending a helping hand, while the need and opportunity remains.
Though you may have memories from the past … with hopes and dreams for the future … the only place you can make a real difference is right now, today. Anything about the past that is currently bothering you, take a moment to pray and forgive those involved. If you feel any anxiety about the future, pray and allow God to lead you to that perfect place He has designed for you (and your other half). Your marriage is far better off when lived in the present. Enjoy living in the moment.
From one who forever remains…
“Under the Shadow of the Almighty” (Psalm 91:1),
Shawn Episcopo
Christian Community for Married Men and Women — (Knights) & (Damsels)