January

07

2010

Treasure Hunter

When we moved last fall, we had a significant renovation project on our hands.  As we worked, I was constantly finding interesting little quarks about the house and even small "treasures" around our property.  First, I found the original cabinet doors in the attic.  A few days after that, I found a random conch shell buried in the flower bed.  Then, I found some old coins that were sitting on a shelf in our garage. 

It was great fun.  It's exhilarating to discover something of value that has been so close to you without your knowing. 

What valuable "treasure" is sitting undiscovered right around you.

Is it a strong leader?  An amazing idea?  A great friend?  A new business plan?  A ministry opportunity?


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Mindi W.
_at 05:38PM on 01.07.10

I love this post. Today my treasure was found when I re-thought a ministry situation that had been giving me grief for weeks. My attitude was all wrong. Instead of approaching the people and the situation with demand-filled hands, I had a change of heart and entered as a servant. This is better than new yard flamingos, to follow your analogy. Of course, flamingos are not for everyone.



Jason Hayes
_at 06:02PM on 01.07.10

Mindi, who doesn't love a lawn flamingo?! It's amazing what a change in perspective and attitude can do. Take care.



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