BAD HAIR DAY

I visited my “hairdresser” a week or so ago and left the shop with what is probably the third worst haircut I’ve ever had  --- in my whole life!

The first one for me was when I was a kid and one of my older brothers practically shaved my head.  I enjoyed sun blisters and sun stroke from that one! 

My second worst haircut was in my early marriage when I was “buzzed” by a drunken barber.  WOW!  That was an experience.  I had to go to another barber to be “evened up” all over my head.

Anyway, every time I’ve looked in the mirror to comb my hair for the past two weeks I’ve been reminded that “bad things happen to good people!”  Now, I’m not try to trivialize the truly “bad things” that happen but if you’ve ever had a terrible haircut you know what I mean.

In the midst of it all, God has spoken to my heart about how we ( I ) often allow displeasing events or experiences to negatively affect our attitude.  We can become angry, resentful, moody, embarrassed or hurt over insignificant things.  (After all, my hair is growing out and will be OK soon.)

The Lord has told my heart to measure my attitude by the magnitude.  (He really got me there – remember the 70 times 7 deal with the Apostle Peter?)

So, I’ve learned a little lesson.  I have to forgive my hairdresser for butchering my hair and I can’t be angry about it.  I’ve got to let it go – it’s not that big of a deal.

Hmmm …. I wonder if the shop down on Benson Avenue has a good barber. 

I pray the Lord blesses you today.