It is so strange how some things happen in your life..................
I had just finished thinking and discussing the topic "JOY - Jesus, Others and You", saying
"Life is not about you."
So - it's now the dinner hour. My husband, whom has a cold requested Chicken Noodle soup. He does not taste anything nor can he smell food. As I take the can of soup from the pantry, I needed to verify whether or not it was "condensed". To my amazement, Campbell's had changed the label. It was now written in English - and another language, which I am assuming was Spanish. Normally I don't think twice about directions being written in multiple languages. It really is a common practice in the 21st century. I just wasn't expecting it on a soup can - and to be honest........I guess I just wasn't in the proper mindset. Although I had spent the better part of the afternoon bringing Christmas decorations up from the basement I apparently failed to find the "JOY".
A few minutes later while waiting for my husband's arrival I picked up and started to read a Christmas book - titled, "A Season For Joy." This was among the Christmas decor that I had been unpacking earlier. Perfect - a subject on JOY. Well, guess what was the title of the first chapter?
Feliz Navidad. I couldn't believe it.....as I said to myself - "What on earth? Am I in America?"
However - God is good. Right at this instance as I was feeling disgruntled about not understanding another language the thought, strongly clutched my spirit....."Life is not just about you.".....remember?
God reminded me that the Good News of this Christmas season and beyond must be communicated to people of all races, all languages, in all parts of the world. Why would I ever think that English was the only language understood. I felt so selfish and embarrassed for myself. No, Life is not just about me!...........
Feliz Navidad!
Merry Christmas Happy New Year!
