Self Absorbed

I just got word today that a good friend in my book club has passed away from lung cancer. I feel so bad because I have not seen her in a while and, unfortunately, I have not thought of her much lately either. I knew she was ill, but I admit that I have let everyday thoughts and concerns take over. If I can forget the big things, I wonder how many little things I overlook every day. Am I missing a chance to support and uplift a friend?

Another friend just informed me that her uncle is very ill and not expected to live more than a week. I totally missed how upset she was. I question if she hid it well or was I so totally oblivious. Probably some of both, I hate to admit.

Life moves so quickly and it is so easy to miss opportunities. I do not want to be a "self" person. I would hope that the Holy Spirit would be in me and that I would exhibit God's love to others. I need to stop worrying, since the scriptures say we should not worry anyway, and be more in tune to what is going on around me.

There are so many people hurting these days. Some have lost their jobs, others are losing loved ones, some just don't know where to turn. I had a discussion yesterday with a friend about faith. We both commented that life is so much better when we live by faith. We wondered how those do not believe survive the trials of life! I CAN DO ALL THINGS THROUGH CHRIST WHO STRENGTHENS ME!

Help me, Lord, to keep my mind and heart on what you want instead of me! Amen!