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“Let not your mind run on what you lack as much as on what you have already.”

MARCUS AURELIUS

When I was nine years old I decided to run away from home. Although I had no particular destination in mind, I spent several hours filling a cigar box with things I thought necessary for my survival, including a Boy Scout knife, matches, safety pins and rubber bands, bubble gum, some coins, and a pair of shoelaces.

It hadn’t occurred to me to bring food, so I didn’t get very far. Perhaps that’s why, when I started traveling as an adult, I invariably prepared a lengthy packing list. My suitcases bulged not only with necessities, but also with items for every imaginable contingency.

Over the years I’ve gradually been able to lighten my burden. I’ve learned that the most important thing I need, in any and all situations, can always be found deep within me. That is where I can find reassurance, courage, strength, and peace. That is where I can always find God.

No matter where I go or what I do, and no matter what is occurring in my life, His limitless grace is always available. Whenever I choose, whenever I am willing, I focus on that inner reservoir. I breathe deeply and let the peace rise.

THOUGHT FOR TODAY

I have everything I need.