Focusing on Solutions

Owning a law firm upon which hundreds of clients depend and from which eight dedicated people derive their livelihoods produces daily challenges that sometimes seem daunting. And being the patriarch of a 15-member extended family (soon to expand to 16) produces its own set of challenges. On top of all of that, I am continually occupied with my efforts to pursue my personal goals, which include improving the quality of my relationship with my Creator and further developing my interpersonal skills.

If I spend too much time contemplating the many demands that I place upon myself, I can become overwhelmed and paralyzed. And when that happens, I begin to take on the problems of the entire world, ranging from the ill-conceived National Health Care legislation to real threats to our national security from extremists in various parts of the world.

Whew!

But then I remember that all I need to do in order to successfully navigate my life is to perform, to the best of my ability, each task that is put before me to perform, one at a time. Further, I have an assurance that there is a Power greater than myself who will guide, direct and assist me, if I am willing to rely upon Him.

So when I am frustrated, discouraged, overwhelmed or fearful, I step back, take a break and focus on my solution. As I approach Holy Week, I am reminded that my solution -- indeed, the solution for the entire world -- is unremitting reliance upon the Risen Christ.

I hope everyone has a meaningful Holy Week as we prepare for the celebration of Easter.

R. David Weaver