George Douglas found himself out of work. But unlike many who suffer this setback, he decided that his attitude during the challenge would not be dictated by his circumstances. So he did a little experiment. He kept a small notebook in his car... and on the first page of it, he drew two columns... one yes and one no. Every time he pulled into a parking lot, if there was a space by the front door, he’d put a check in the yes column. When the only spot was far away, the “no” column would receive the mark. After seven years and thousands of parking lots... George made an interesting and unexpected discovery. 67% of the time, there was a spot up front.
What’s the point? Many times we go through life thinking that the worst will happen. Things won’t turn out right... we’ll have to park far away... people are out to get us... We passively slip into pessimism without realizing it. But the reality is... things are not as bad as we sometimes think they are. God provides. In fact, Romans 8 tells us that God works for the good of those who love Him. From something as simple as a close parking space to something as significant as needs and blessings... He is there. Find yourself wanting to see the glass half-empty? Don’t. Instead choose an attitude of gratitude and intentionally look for all the ways God takes care of you each day.
