If I had to pick up and move to a new country I would take with me my wedding rings, my cross ring, and my bible. The wedding rings are a symbol of my marriage and relationship with my husband. I value our marriage and the strength and faith it has been built upon. The cross ring and bible would be a reminder for me of my faith and give me hope, reminding me to stay strong and trust in the lord.
If upon arrival I was told that I could only keep one personal item I would keep the bible, because I would want to be able to read it and remain strong in my faith and beliefs as well as share the Lord's word with others. I truly believe that the bible would help me through this experience, and trusting in the lord as well.
I have never actually thought about this scenario, and when I originally read this assignment, I thought to myself "what in the world would I keep? shampoo? a piece of jewelry? a book? my pets?" As I began typing this evening, I still wasn't sure, but as I typed those three things just came to me, and in my mind it's because I truly believe that even in difficult circumstances God will be there, even when everything else it gone.
I agree that it was hard to come up with only three things that I would bring with me. I could not even imagine having to leave this country but it would be a very hard choice. I value so many things and my life and it really makes you reflect and think what if this did happen? It gave me a sense of appreciation knowing I have what I have now. Nice post!
ReplyDeleteAloha and it's nice to have you in class again. I was thinking what it must be like for the person that has to leave his or her home like that. I don't know how strong I would be under those conditions with out faith. Good post.
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ReplyDeleteI thought about the same things. It was EXTREMELY hard to only choose three items. I know that I would fully have to depend on God and my family for strength. That seems so terrible, even though I know that some people have actually gone through this situation. It is mind boggling.