Free

I was on the phone to an angry person today.

They hadn't received something and were unhappy and wanted me to know about it.

It was to do with something they were going to get for free and when I mentioned this, they said the following:

'I know it's free, but I'm asking for it on my terms, not yours. That's not too much to ask is it?'

I'm sure they were being angry and weren't aware of the astute theological observation they had just made.

I hope to be able to remember my shock in response to that statement next time I am tempted to moan at God about something not being quite in line with how I want things to be in what is a life full of blessing and love.

To enjoy the free things given to me, not try to manipulate them into working out on my terms.