Wanting What we Don't Have

This was from this week's PostSecret postings and I really enjoyed it, so I thought I would share it with you. Isn't it funny how we, as imperfect humans, want what we don't have?

I found this posting humorous, because I realize how much some people love iPhones, or just Apple in general. Don't get me wrong, Apple is innovative. It is usually one step ahead of the competition, which is reflected in its products. I mean, it has become such a normalcy for every household to own at least one Apple product and many times, multiple products.

However, as a PC person, I will always struggle with the idea of the Mac. I just cannot adapt to something that is so foreign to me. Don't get me wrong, I love trying new things, but this is the extreme of the extreme. It will take a diehard Mac lover to convert me.

With that said, I am completely content with my Toshiba computer and I wouldn't want anything new until this one has lived its life. However, in other aspects of my life, I know there are things that I will always want that I don't have. I mean, I would love, love, love a Mustang. If I were offered one for free, I have no doubt I would jump on that opportunity, though my car runs perfectly.

Unfortunately, this is not what God teaches in the bible. For instance, John 6:35 says, "Jesus said to them, 'I am the bread of life; whoever comes to me shall not hunger, and whoever believes in me shall never thirst.'" We should feel fulfilled with God alone and never want anything more. However, as humans, our fleshly desires will always come in the way. I guess the tough part is living this verse day in and day out. I know I struggle with this one.

As long as we strive to desire less and recognize the fulfillment God provides us each day, we are moving in the right direction. The bible says if we strive to live more like Christ, we will feel fulfilled, something material possessions cannot provide for us. What an inspiring thought. As Christians, we are truly blessed.