Dreams can be a great thing. Having a dream motivates us - spurring us on to achieve great things. However, sometimes the pursuit of a dream can leave casualties in it's wake. Consider the following:
He was achieving national acclaim in his field. Public appearences, magazine articles, radio and television spots were becoming commonplace for him. National corporations were pursuing him with promotional contracts and he was expected to become one of the next big names in the industry. His friends became those who could best further his rise to fame. To most within his sphere of influence, he appeared to have it all.
Left in the shadows; however, was his wife and his children. Sure, he loved them but his dream and the subsequent drive for success was first-place in his life. Even more sad, his once close relationship with God became even lower on his list of priorities. He would often pray, "Lord, don't come back until I've accomplished..."
The story goes on to reveal a change. A changed heart, a changed life and a changed dream. God blessed him by allowing a devastating financial loss and a abrupt change in the direction of his life.
God has faithfully restored a sincere love and focus on Christ, family and others in his life. Just as God promised to restore what was taken from the children of Israel in Joel chapter 2, God has restored blessings far over and above the desires of his heart.
Recently, he told his wife that someone wanted to talk with him about his old life. His wife questioned him as to his response. He simply stated, "That man has been dead for years."
Robin's smile was priceless - God is a master at making up for lost time. God has restored those years!
For Marriages and Families,
Dave & Robin Kidd
Questions of the Week
1. What does your priority list look like?
2. What motivates you, in your marriage, your family, your life and/or your ministry?
3. How has God changed your dreams as a couple?
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