Do Our Pets Show Us Hope?
April 9, 2024
Are you a pet lover? I sure am. I’ve had dogs all my life. My most recent dog, Kirby, was such a great companion. I feel like pets can teach us so much about life.
They are so happy to see us. They don't hold grudges. They are so fully present - simply wanting your presence, food, and trips outside. They don't live thinking about how much better tomorrow is going to be. Because today is all they need. They fully enjoy the moment.
While it’s easy to think about hope in terms of looking ahead to the future with optimism, I also believe that a part of hope is very similar to my dog.
Hope is fully present today, knowing that God’s got it all under control.
Don't let your anxiety about the future steal your joy in today. When you pet your dog or cat (or other kind!) today, thank God for these beautiful examples of how we can live and love.
Remember, choose hope today.