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You always reap what you sow

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  • Ross Cunningham •
  • Originally published January 2, 2009 at 4:50 p.m., updated January 2, 2009 at 4:50 p.m.

He that observeth the wind shall not sow and he that regardeth the clouds shall not reap." - Ecclesiastes 11:4

Today, on this wintry day, I observed the blustering winds and the threatening clouds, and it was just too cold to go get groceries for the week, shop in the mall, take in a movie or return Christmas items that still didn't fit even after that diet. It was smart to stay indoors and cuddle up with something good, like a book.

Then I remembered the scripture for today, and rationalized that if all I did was observe the winds and clouds, I would not reap or sow any thing. So, I went fishing.

I think I was the only one in South Texas that had reached the realization, that when it is too cold to do what you don't like to do; it is just cold enough to do what you like to do. Good thinking, right?

I fished out there beside my sea, all bundled up and in total solitude, the only sights and sounds being those the sea gives off. It is nice being the only guest at the party and God really did it up right. He got up early and polished the sea for me. He even used His best silky, sea-green tablecloth, the one with the frothy edges. I feasted alone under a cloud-covered dome and was entertained by the seagulls singing their version of the "Hallelujah Chorus."

A little duck provided the comic relief by diving under the waves and making me guess where and when he would reappear. That duck seemed to actually smile at me. I know he smiled at me, for I was the only one in attendance.

I had one of the best fishing days I've had in years, even though I didn't catch a fish.

Dear Lord, thank You for letting me sow and reap exactly what I needed to refill the hole in my soul. I came home with an empty ice chest but with a fuller heart. Good way to start this New Year, right, God?



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