The bible verse that day was Philippians 4:23
"I have learned in whatever state I am, to be content "
Then it spoke of a fellow named Boethius who lived in sixth-century Italy. He was a politician who served in the royal court. Unfortunately, he fell into disfavor and was imprisoned. While there he wrote these words.
"Nothing is miserable but what is thought so, and every state is happy if he that bears it be content."
This spoke to me in my situation.
Yes, I am lonesome and long for contact with my family and friends, but as I sit here at my desk and look out the window at a sunny day and a tree full of spring flowers, how could I not be content.
This is a very pleasant prison I'm in. I have food, work for my busy hands, and I even have toilet paper. 😉💕
So in the midst of this I choose to be thankful. I thank my God for the things I do have and choose not to dwell on the things I don't. I have learned to trust Him so I know that the things I long for will come in His perfect timing.
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