I Can’t Remember a Time...

Coronavirus is one of the best things that has happened to me in a long time.

It’s March 19, 2020 and our world is experiencing an unprecedented viral pandemic that has effected hundreds of thousands globally and killed close to 10,000 people to date. So how can I possibly be sitting here writing a blog entry that promotes this issue as a positive thing in my life? 

Well, for starters, I am a silver linings kind if guy and I look for the positive in most things, people, and situations. However, I can’t say that I’m an optimist because I definitely like to think through the more dismal outcomes of most situations and present them to others as a way of preparing myself and them mentally for anything that could go wrong. I know...it sounds confusing, so I’ll just get to the point.

So why is Coronavirus one of the best things that has happened to me? Let me present (3) facts to support this outlandish statement:

1. I can’t remember a time when I have worked less hours, but gotten more accomplished. It’s amazing what happens when you lead through others instead of executing most things yourself. I’m thankful to work for a company that values doing the right thing when so many others around us are being selfish.
2. I can’t remember a time when I have spent more time at home with my wife and children and had so much fun doing it. Not that my wife and kids aren’t a joy to be around, but the reality is that I had fallen into an unhealthy routine that wasn’t allowing me to maximize the quality of the time I was spending with them. This time of isolation has allowed me to be the leader that my family needs because that leadership comes from God’s guidance, Jesus’ examples, and the Holy Spirit’s whispers in my ear.
3. I can’t remember a time when my faith has been tested as much as it is now and my response is to press into it as much as possible. We do not serve a God of FEAR because this is His FIGHT and therefore, our response should be to go FORWARD in everything we do. That is why when everyone else is “Socially Distancing” themselves from everything and everyone, we will be a light in the darkness and draw others closer to make sure that they know they are loved.

Let me make one thing very clear! I don’t have the Coronavirus (or at least I don’t think I do). I haven’t been tested yet, but I’m feeling pretty healthy from a physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual standpoint which is why I wanted to share. Like I said...it’s been over five years since I wrote on this blog page, but I was inspired to share during this time of uncertainty, so remember...

“Social Distancing” doesn’t equal “Social Isolation”

YOU ARE NOT ALONE!

Thanks for reading