Really, Father? by DeboraDyess Dear God contest entry |
Hello, my dear God ~ There have been a couple of things that have come up this past month or so that I'd like to chat about. Thank You for being able to pay attention to such small details of my life when You have so many children to care for. Abba, first of all, what in the world were you thinking!? I bet that sounds more disrespectful than I intended it to, but... Come on! When I prayed, "Father, please send something to motivate my sweet husband to be up more, to get more exercise, and to be excited about' did I really need to end it with 'but not a German Sheperd puppy'? I kind of thought that would be understood... Steve's been asking about getting a German Shepherd pup for weeks now. I've shot him down every time. He'd finally relented, admitting that the animal's care would primarily fall on my shoulders. And then... Hello? I'm not questioning Your wisdom. I'm not a fool --- I know who You are and know You are Almighty, All-powerful, and my loving Savior. But... Really? A puppy? Oh, sure... He's cute as anything I've ever seen. But he has really upset my apple cart, Abba. It's been a serious breach of my daily schedule. And that's the other thing I'd like to discuss... Thank you so much for the songs You've placed in my heart. I asked, You gave, I'm grateful. But writing songs takes time, Sir. And now there's a puppy... So I'm going to ask this, as clearly and concisely as I can so that there are no misunderstandings between You and me... Help this little critter You've given us grow up quickly, potty train immediately and be the pet I'd hoped we'd have -- a sweet do something to motivate my dear man. Oh... And help the cat and my old Oden get used to him. He's terrorizing the cat and my old dog is far less than interested in playing with our new, mouthy addition to the family. Bless Steve, Father. Help him find new paths, new visions, and new dreams. Even if they include a German Shepherd pup. I love you. I praise You. I know You hear and that You're probably laughing at me right now. But that's okay, too because no one can love me the way You do!
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