Monday, Dec. 23, 2019
Today’s Gift from Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation is:
Only with winter patience can we bring
The deep desired, long-awaited spring. — Anne Morrow Lindbergh
Family life requires patience. We probably realized that a long time ago. The Greek origin of the word patience is pathos, which means “suffering.” In our lives together, we often suffer. Life is full of bumps and scrapes, both physical and emotional. In our search for greater family unity and harmony we need to realize that we will not be able to escape all suffering. This is why we need patience. It is a form of love. When we suffer the bumps and scrapes and still have faith something good will come of it, we are living out our love. From this winter‑patience we will surely find a reward.
How have I practiced my patience already today?
Hazelden Foundation
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