We are always making memories.
Sometimes those memories are pleasant, happy, joyful. These rise from celebrations, from accomplishments, from recognitions. Others are less so. They rise from losses, griefs, failures, and blame.
We are always making memories.
I wish we could control that, but of course we can’t. Good things and bad things come along in life, leaving their passage in our memories.
We are always making memories.
I think it’s worth the effort to create times we will remember with affection. Hold those celebrations when the opportunity comes along. Praise your friends and family members for their achievements, and let them praise you when your turn arrives. Go to the birthday parties. And when you’re there, do the things that promote joy but do not risk harm. As the Apostle would say, be filled with the Spirit.
When the sorrows come, you can still influence the memories you (and others) will retain. Be gracious to the person who has failed, and be aware of those who comfort you when you have failed. Listen to the voices of sympathy in loss. Emphasize the ones who assist you over those who blame you.
We are always making memories.
Make happy memories that avoid regret for ill-considered words. Make sorrowful memories that recall the love that carried you.
We are always making memories.
In peace,
Pastor Eric
