Laughter

I've thought a lot about God having the last laugh, lately! I'm pretty sure I have a daily battle with the idea of my plans vs. God's plans. It's getting pretty repetitious. It wears me out! But here I am. Looking on the bright side, just waiting. Hey God. Hey life. Hey future. I will be here waiting! Don't... you... worry... about... it! No big deal. Whatever!

Of course, I happened to find something in the Bible relevant to this subject. It's talking about Sarah. And I feel a lot like Sarah, right now! My reasons for laughing and failing to laugh are completely different, but it's six and one-half dozen of another! Here's why:

Sarah laughs. Because she is amazed at what God has done.

Sarah fails to laugh. Because she cannot live with her mistake.

Sarah laughs. Because she is overjoyed at the birth of a child.

Sarah fails to laugh. Because she orders another one to death.

Sarah laughs. Because she has finally provided for her husband.

Sarah fails to laugh. Because she divides her husband’s family.

I laugh because I'm amazed at what God is teaching me.

I fail to laugh because I feel defeated/cheated.

I laugh because I am growing closer to God.

I fail to laugh because going through trials are tough, so tough.

Thankfully, God's all about the last laugh. And His word is delivered with perfect timing, although it's not my perfect timing. Just as it was to Sarah despite her impatience. Just as it was to Adam and Eve despite their sin. Thanks a lot! {Sarcasm!} But God’s story is too important for us not to laugh along. He tells us,“Do not be afraid for God has heard your voice right where you are!” And where I am is alright. Because there's not one single day that goes by when I do not laugh. Not one. I think He has a hand in that, too!