Nothing Bad Has Ever Happened to Me!
A human life lived with a grateful attitude is itself a form of a blessing, as this old Chassidic story will relate:
A chassid once asked Rebbe Emimelech, "How is it possible to bless God for bad news with equal fervor as for good news?"
"Go to the study hall" replied the Rebbe, " and ask your question to my brother, the saintly Reb Zusia."
When the chassid saw Reb Zusia, he could easily discern the suffering this man must have experienced during his lifetime. The pain of illness... and poverty were all etched indelibly on his face. The chassid then asked Zusia, "How is it possible to bless God for bad news with equal fervor as for good news?"
Reb Zusia replied, "But why are you asking me? How would I know
the answer? Nothing bad has ever happened to me!"
I am certain the point of this story is not lost on any of us ... everything depends on our attitude. If we want joy in this life, we must learn to focus on the good. Engaging the mind with the awareness that God is the Source of all that is good is a means of increasing our joy in this life.
Happy Thanksgiving, my friend!
Story via hebrew4christians
Photos: Periwinkle Flowers
4 Comments:
Happy Thanksgiving lady - once we are done with these puppies I hope to read more here - enjoy your weekend of thankfulness x
Have a very blessed Thanksgiving, love you.
Happy Thanksgiving to you and your family! Enjoy this wonderful time of year in AZ.
Blessings and love,
Debbie
Thank you, thank you, for that beautiful Chassidic story! Oh I needed to hear it. Love.
Happy Thanksgiving!
Jen @ www.diaryof1.com
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