Larger Tent

I read this quote today in my devotional book, and I thought I might share it:

    "The Old Testament kingdom of Judah needed a kick in the pants, a shot in the arm, a knock on the head. They had rebelled against God, for which God plainly and directly judged them through the prophet Isaiah and through foreign nations. They deserved to be scolded or punished, but God was wise then as He is now. He simply opened their eyes.
    'Your vision is too small because of your pain,' He said. 'You've  focused on your lack. Hang it all! Expand your tent pegs out a few notches and live as though you have it all. Because you do! You have My undying love. My forgiveness. My power. You have Me!'
    There are days when I need such a vision. I tire easily at times. And when I tire I want to go into my "tents" of pity and frustration and anger. My small tents are comfortable. Though they are dark and cramped, I feel a sense of comfort. But not for long.
    God desires my company under a larger tent that I might expand His kingdom with Him. As I do so, I find the fresh breeze of new strength to deal with my pity, frustration, and anger. I am renewed."

                                           ~ Joni Ericson Tada