Psalm
109:17
As
he loved cursing, so let it co me unto him: as he delighted not in blessing, so
let it be far from him.
The
young tennis star was known both for his fiery play and his fiery language.
Whereas he excelled in the mastery of the game, he had not yet matured in the
art of sportsmanlike conduct. His wrath was vented each time he disagreed with
the umpire's call. He cursed, stomped, screamed, and kicked. Never was he known
to back down and admit his own fault. In time, he lost even his own following
of fans, because they tired of his childish outbursts.
People
who live by selfish emotions find themselves empty and alone most of the time.
Their bitterness causes them to curse their life, their friends, their God.
Finally, they find it nearly impossible to utter any kind words at all. Those
people will not find blessing in their own lives, because they refuse to bring
it to others' lives. It is a fact that the blessing we share is the blessing
that comes back to us. Likewise, the curse we impart comes back on us, to make
us unhappy and guilty.
Prayer:
Though
things don't always go the way I would like, Lord, help me to accept all that
happens with grace and peace. Amen.
