Life presents us with many opportunities to carry burdens that we were never designed to carry; a generation appearing as empty shells, masking the struggles that lie hidden inside. Yet, outward appearances as seen through the lens of social media posts, Hollywood or professional athletes can be deceiving, unlike those of this silly Schnoodle (Schnauzer & Poodle) who offers us some levity. Her mangy beard, filled with leaves from the yard, does nothing to dampen her confidence as she stands, just as she is, unphased, unwavering, without-a-worry, expectantly at the door……
Guard your heart from those things that attempt to weigh you down, while casting your cares confidently on Christ who will hold you up. 1 Peter 5:7 Cast all your cares [all your anxieties, all your worries, and all your concerns, once and for all] on Him, for He cares about you [with deepest affection, and watches over you very carefully].