What you want is where you are

The story is about a man who owned a house that he decided to sell. The assistance of a real estate agent was requested.

The property was described in an advertisement prepared by the agent. Upon completion of the descriptive ad, the agent read it to the owner. “Let me hear that again,” said the owner.

Once again, the agent read the description. “I don't think I will sell the property,” the owner stated. “I have been looking for a home; this has everything I need. I've been looking for something I already have.”

What is around us can be obscured by what we desire and assume as unavailable. Things we desire are possible when we utilize what is available. Breath, sight, hearing, family, friends, home, health and help to acquire necessities of life are ours. Very few people have everything — everyone has hope and help.

God spoke to a man who was scared. He was “wanted” for murdering a man in defense of a helpless slave. God's question was, “What is in your hand?” The fugitive held a shepherd's staff. That staff became the symbol of God's help and hope. Moses used it in compliance to God's direction.

God's help with our compliance has ultimate potential. Consider what is available as great opportunity. You will discover what you needed was there all the time.

The Rev. Paul Killingsworth serves as pastor at Yuma First Assembly.