There are instances in life where no is better than saying yes, but there are also particular situation were a yes makes a difference. A yes that may mean personal discomfort yet has a good long-term effect. In a society were “instants” is preferable; we desire what is easy and immediate. But there is no easy way in life. And so in choosing the easy way we ended up complicating the situation.
The “Yes” of Mary, was probably well thought of. A yes that was not just weigh on personal level but also considering the impact her decision to the bigger society. Certainly not an instant decision! A short time as it may seems, Mary pondered on it in her heart. That makes Mary a courageous visionary. She knew that when she will say yes, it will entail so much suffering on her part, but the suffering far outweigh the benefits that mankind will have. So with humility and courage, she said yes. What a YES! The yes 2 thousand years ago, has created billions of followers to the prince of peace and made a difference to so many people a thousand years thereafter. Ponder on this, if we make decisions not just for what is good today and ourselves but tomorrow and others, what an amazing difference. Think about what our decisions can make thousand years from now.
Lord, help us to say yes to a call that will make a difference not just today and ourselves but tomorrow and others. Amen.
by aats
by aats
Thank you for saying "yes" to Him and for being open to His plans. It is in your saying yes that you are now touching so many lives and making a difference. Stay strong and keep the faith. All will fall into place because you trust and you believe.
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