On #100

This is my 100th daily post.

That seems like a lot, but when you really think about it, it's not. There are a lot of people who have been blogging a lot longer than me who I'm sure are up in the thousands. Nevertheless, 100 is a milestone worthy of noting, I think.

People like to celebrate monumental events. We throw parties for birthdays, anniversaries, sporting events, weddings, and holidays. However, we reserve special celebrations for those really significant things, such as the 40th birthday or the 25th anniversary (or the 100th blog post!). Some days or events just seem a lot more important than others. They seem to garner more praise and celebration than just the ordinary things.

However, when you get really technical, doesn't the day of the 25th anniversary, or the 40th birthday, or the 100th blog post have the exact amount of time as the other ones? Doesn't the sun rise and set, the day begin and pass away, and time come and go just like the other days?

Don't get me wrong, I am not discrediting monumental events. Some days and events are truly worth celebrating. But, we are called to celebrate every day like it's something special. Paul said in Philippians 4 to rejoice in the Lord always. Always. Every day. Regardless of the significance or insignificance, celebrate. If it's good or bad, celebrate. If it's sunny or rainy, celebrate.

Why? Becuase every day is a gift from God. Every moment is an opportunity to thank him and serve him. He blesses us with so many things, and we should put just as much joy and celebration into the "normal" days that we do for celebrating other things. After all, Jesus died and rose again so we could live with him forever! That's worthy of a celebration.

So, here's to #100. But at the same time, I'm going to be just as joyful and thankful to post #101, #102, and however many more God allows me to.