Supernatural Contentment

Most of us didn't wake up to a cold shower this morning.

Or find ourselves extra tired because we got called to the hospital three times overnight.

Or realize we forgot to put more water out in the sun in order to have enough purified water for the day.

Most of us didn't have to create three meals from scratch today.

Or plan groceries for months at a time because the nearest real grocery store is two hours away.

Or find bugs in our bread.

Most of us had ice in our drinks today.

Most of us didn't have to use a bathtub or a clothes line in order to do laundry.

Or a sink of soapy water in order to do dishes.

Or a mosquito net in order to sleep without the annoyance of bugs.

Most of us didn't have to comfort a mom whose baby died today.

Or witness the sadness of seeing a child with third degree burns.

Or perform three c-sections in a row.

Most of us have the option of an epidural when we give birth.

Most of us didn't sit down to a much anticipated DVD only to have the power go off midway.

Or have to dread the power staying off for days in a row.

Or wake up to a scared child who can't find his way to the bathroom in the pitch dark.

Most of us didn't have to worry about people scavenging our trash for "useful" items we threw out today.

Or people asking us for money to help send their kids to school in order to secure a "better life."

Or walk through town and find ourselves the focus of unabashed stares from every face we pass.

Most of us have a home and car with air conditioning.

Most of us won't ever live in Kenya.

Or experience these difficulties to the same degree.

Or truly understand the sacrifices made by missionaries around the globe.

But then...

Most of us won't ever experience supernatural contentment in spite of these circumstances.

To Kyle and Vanessa

My amazing brother and sister-in-law living in Kenya

Who impressed Joey and I most with their utter contentment and zero complaints.

Happy Anniversary Kyle and Vanessa!