It can be a harmless exercise if it gives us motivation.
In recent years, February 25th hasn't exactly been the greatest of days for me.
In 2013, my father died on this day. In 2019, my granddaughter who I have never met, was born, also, on this day. The 2 events are roughly tied together.
After my father died, I gave the eulogy at his funeral, speaking of the absolute need for forgiveness in healing and its absolute power to move mountains. Sadly, my 3 kids have cut me out of their lives because I would not assist them in destroying their mother and grandmother. I know it sounds sick- and it is - but that really is the whole gist of it. I do not believe in destroying one family member to save another. I wanted to save the whole family but the whole family was made up of persons who only wanted to butcher each other.
Nevertheless, I believe in God's ability to transform bad things into good things and that is true even of bad dates. So, I look for reasons to be excited about February 25th. I have a few.
Today completes the 3-month probationary period at my job which is like passing a test of sorts. It also allows me to take leave, if I have to. That is yet another milestone God has carried me to.
Today is also exactly 200 days until the trip that I know will change my life and take my faith deeper than ever.
I know that today brings me closer to reunification with my family even if that doesn't happen until heaven.
In faith, we transform bad things into good things and defeats into hopes.
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