I have noticed lately the number of fences that are around me. Our neighbors just installed a tall fence that completely encases their back yard. In fact all of the neighbors that have adjoining property to ours, has a fence of some sort. As I saw the newest fence going up, I couldn't help but think about how much things have changed in our world.
We build fences to have privacy. So many of Americans today come home and drive into their garage, and enter their home without having to talk with the neighbors. We have become a society that focuses more and more on self. We build hedges/fences around us.
Even within our own hearts we can have fences built - fences that provide a barrier from someone becoming too close and learning our inmost thoughts and feeling; fences that prevent God from dealing with sin issues in our hearts as well. When we face tough times these 'fences' prevent us from opening up and sharing what is really on our hearts. We miss the opportunity for others to come alongside to help and support and we also prevent people from being blessed in the process.
Are their any fences that you need to tear down in your heart and life? Is there anything that is preventing you from reaching out to others?
Jodie Wolfe
- Jodie Wolfe
- I have had an interest in writing since I was a little girl. I have written poetry, fiction, Bible studies, and nonfiction. I especially enjoy writing and teaching women's Bible studies. I have been married to my best friend for almost 28 years. I have two sons which I home schooled for 16 years. For those of you interested in reading more of my musings, feel free to check out http://www.jodiewolfe.com, http://puttingonthenew.com and http://stitchesthrutime.blogspot.com.
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1 comment:
This is so true! For me anyway, as I am prone to building "fences" around myself. I live way out in the country and if I did not go shopping or visiting or to church would not see people for days on end. You can not see any houses or roads from where we live. So in a sense, I have a fence around me physically. But even worse, I tend to isolate myself socially. Which can be a bad thing too. Blogging has been SUCH a great thing for me. It's pulling me out of my shell. :)
God bless you!
Marilyn
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