So, the clouds moved in today and they bathed the area in a light gray. I find that I am hoping for rain to come for a few key reasons. All of which are oddly selfish.
I want it to rain so that I don’t have to stand out in the heat and bugs to water my wilting flowers. They would benefit far more from the nutrient dense rain and I would get to sit inside on my rump and watch football or just nap. See? Selfish. 
Secondly, I would like it to rain so the temperatures will drop. Now for this to happen in Georgia, we would need an aggressive rain that last for quite a while. Otherwise we will just end up with steamy streets and more humidity.
Thirdly, I would like it to rain so that the pollen that has been wreaking havoc on my sinuses will be washed away out of air and plant. Or at least toned down to a manageable level for human consumption.
These reasons are all about me and my comfort or ease. Yet, they involve an act of nature. What an odd idea of my own importance in the grand scheme of life and the planet Earth. I have given no thought to the multitudes of folks who are having cook outs today and tomorrow and how said rain in the volume I desire would adversely effect them. I just want it how I want it.
I think the most shocking thing about this voraciously selfish idea is that it came as a sort of “ah-ha” moment for me to see it for what it was. I wonder how much in my life I approach in this way. I am not really sure that I want to know. I may prefer my delusion. You all don’t mind going along with it for me do you?
Hey–Delusion may be a parlor game in some cultures–so deal me in.
Yay
We’ll be on the same team.
I think about this kind of thing, too. It’s far too much to untangle for our little minds! I think this is why Jesus. in his wisdom, taught us to pray “Thy will be done”.
If we were all honest, we would admit that most things in our life are selfish. That’s why we need Jesus.
Amen! I heard a woman speaking at a conference once say, “We were never supposed to be perfect parents. As imperfect people we point our kids to Jesus.” This was probably the single most refreshing statement about parenting that I ever heard.