#soap # Romans 2 ## Title: God Is Better to You Than You Realize ## Scripture: (Romans 2:4) “Or do you have contempt for the wealth of his kindness, forbearance, and patience, and yet do not know that God’s kindness leads you to repentance?” (NET) ## Observation: My wife and I took our girls on a wonderful vacation. We spent a lot of money and had to save for a while to get us there. Once there, our girls were so happy for the first day. On the second day, they wanted to buy all the souvenirs. We said yes to some, but no to others. One of my girls was floored. She wanted this particular item and was devastated she couldn’t have it. I admit I was really frustrated. I tried to reason with her that she was standing in an amazing blessing. Just to be on that vacation cost more than her mind could comprehend at that young age. Then it hit me. She really doesn’t understand. Only once she gets older and has a better concept of money will she understand. I think we can be like that with God. If you are a Christian, just standing in the state of forgiveness you have received is an amazing blessing. Yet, we still sometimes get frustrated with God because He doesn’t always give us our latest request. His kindness is already enough. ## Application: Take a few moments to reflect on all the blessings you already have. ## Prayer: Thank You, Jesus, for E.V.E.R.Y.T.H.I.N.G.