Is there a tough issue in your family that you are facing at the present time? Is it new, or something you’ve been dealing with for a while? Have you talked to the other person or people about it? Have you prayed about it? Is there any kind of resolution possible, or is it one of those things that you just aren’t going to be able to change? If you can’t change it, how can you not let it consume you?
King Phyrrus of Epirus defeated the Romans at Heraclea in 280 b.c. and Asculum in 279 b.c. His casualties were so great, though, that he said at the time, “If we are victorious in one more battle with the Romans, we shall be utterly destroyed.” Thus, we have the term Phyrric Victory, where the cost of the victory in terms of casualties is so high, that it is hardly a victory at all. Think about some of the battles you are waging in your family. If you win, will it be a “Phyrric Victory?” Will the “cost” be so great, that the victory will look more like a defeat when it’s all said and done. Pick your battles carefully, and be sure the outcome is worth the price that will be paid.
Serenity Prayer
God…Grant me the serenity to accept the things
I cannot change, the courage to change the things
I can, and the wisdom to know the difference.
What are some things going on in your family right now that you are not going to be able to change? Are you still trying to change them? What are some things you CAN change? Are you using your energy to do just that?
Here again is the weekly challenge….
Do you need to talk to a family member about a tough issue? Why not this week? If possible, do it face to face and alone. Prepare in advance. Be fair and respectful. Choose your words carefully and speak clearly and have this conversation just once. Don’t nag. Above all else…Pray, Pray, Pray. Remember the Serenity Prayer.
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