Gaining Momentum

A pendulum swings left to right. The distinctive ticking noise fills the air. Behind each swing is a noticeable push. Each time back and forth propels the next. Every failure, trial, and hard place propels us forward. If something goes wrong with the pendulum, it doesn't stop. It keeps doing its job. Too often, humans stop right before a breakthrough. They sulk about the weight they haven't lost or they whine if they haven't lost enough. You could insert anything into that sentence. The point is we've all been guilty of this.

When we gain momentum, let's hang on to it! I've found if you can keep a steady rhythm in most things, you can get back on track when a few bumps get in your way. In the grand scheme of things, it's all about keeping things in perspective. Imagine a runner. He's made it halfway through the race, but his legs are killing him. After he refuels with water and a snack, he sets his sights on the finish line. He got his mind off the pain, which helped him to finish the race...and finish strong.

In Psalms 42:1, David says, "....As the deer pants for streams of water, so my soul pants for you, O God." Just like the runner replenished his body with natural water, we have to have God. His word breathes life into the most dismal of circumstances.

These are just some thoughts floating in my head lately. Even I need a reminder to keep going at times. I've realized that you have to find the courage deep within yourself when things get tough. Making up your mind to keep going is half the battle.

What are some things you need to push through? Will you stop steps from the finish line?


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