We're here for a good time...

..not a long time

Been thinking about Smyrna these days.

Tough times happen; suffering, poverty, persecution from the unsuspecting source of someone close to us. Yet, these things have a short lifespan.

Would our approach to life be different if we expected thorns instead of being surprised by them? Should life be all rose petals? Is that even realistic?

Still, the temporary setbacks cannot thwart the hope we've been promised for eternity.

In the background:

Every year, has it's share of tears
Every now and then it's gotta rain
We're here for a good time
Not a long time
So have a good time
The sun can't shine every day

Let's make the most of what we have!