Hope

The value and meaning of our lives do not come from our political leaders or from a political party. As I sat back yesterday and read through the many opinions being expressed on social media I couldn't help but think about how much people define their value and worth by their political party and how many people defend and praise one side or the other so much so that they'd be willing to lose friendships and possibly even die over their political beliefs. As I sit back and watch all of the division unfold around me and witness hypocrisy from both political parties and their members it's hard not to feel discouraged. But my hope is not in politics or in people.

My worth, value and the meaning of my life has nothing to do with who is in office or my opinions about who is in office. My value and worth comes from God. He created me and knows every hair on top of my head and He knows the name of every single star in the sky. He cares about me and loves me unconditionally. My hope comes from Christ and the promise of an eternal life, not from broken humans perpetuating a broken system in a broken society. 

I don't want to get all preach-y, but if you can take anything away from this post it's that no matter what, you matter & you are loved. Surround yourself with people who realize and respect that. Take time to talk to the Creator of the universe. Don't get hung up on a broken system or look for your worth in other people or things. You can't control the situations around you, but you can control your own actions and how you respond. Be kind. Spread love, light and truth. 

I created this playlist of songs I find happy & hopeful. Songs that remind me how great life is. Songs that remind me that God's plan is way bigger and better than my own. Songs that make me want to drive down the coast with my windows open feeling the hot summer sun hit my skin (yes I know it's January and it's freezing out) If you have spotify feel free to follow the playlist and listen as a reminder that life is great and amazing because you exist. 

For I know the plans I have for you, declares the LORD, plans for welfare and not for evil, to give you a future and a hope. Jeremiah 29:11