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Life was so much simpler when I was a child. The most difficult decision I faced was, “What flavor ice cream do you want?” I thought, “Do I want bubble gum or black raspberry? What about peanut butter cup? Can I get that with M&Ms mixed in?” Mind you, this would go on for five to ten minutes. Were it not for my parents, I would have continued this discussion with myself until I knew I had the right flavor. It was like a moral dilemma for me. The funny thing is that when I finally gave up the debate I always ended up with chocolate.

I have to admit that I had a blessed childhood. I don’t deny that there were problems, or that my parents made mistakes. But the good they did far outweighs the bad. My dad faithfully got up early every morning and spent time with God. After dinner we had family time in the living room or at the dinner table. Mom loved us in a million ways and disciplined us when we needed it. If I was unkind to my brother or sister, she would make me write out fifty times, “Be kind one to another, tender-hearted, forgiving each other, even as God for Christ’s sake has forgiven you. Ephesians 4:32.” (I didn’t have to look that one up!) I feel very blessed to have grown up in the home where God placed me.

Sometimes, however, we look back and think of all the negative things that have happened to us. There certainly is a time and place to deal with those things through counseling or some other positive means. But when we dwell on those negative thoughts to the point where bitterness settles into our hearts, we lose sight of the fact that God brought us through those things for a purpose and with a promise. “And we know that God causes everything to work together for the good of those who love God and are called according to his purpose for them.” (Romans 8:28, NLT) We must not forget the many blessings that God gave to each of us throughout our childhood, even without our asking.

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from The Golden Road (Solo Piano), released February 18, 1999

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Relaxing piano music inspired by true stories of real people, perfect for studying and work focus, prayer and meditation, sleep and rest

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