“You are worthy, our Lord and God, to receive glory and honor and power, for you created all things, and by your will they were created and have their being.” Revelation 4:11
My youngest has been working on comparing and contrasting in school by using Venn diagrams that are made by intersecting circles. The similarities are contained in the overlapping section and the differences are in the parts of the circles that aren’t overlapping. It got me thinking about how cats and dogs would be great for this activity. I’m going to practice what he’s been doing, but I’m adding a disclaimer that I like both cats and dogs and I’m using generalizations here.
Dogs and cats are great pets. They have both been domesticated for thousands of years. Owners love their pets so much that billions of dollars are spent on these family members yearly. They provide companionship and are simply lots of fun to be around! However, they do have a few differences.
When the human master walks in the door all is right with the world according to the dog. The tail is going so fast that the whole rear is shaking. There is nothing better than welcoming their leader home in the whole wide world. It seems like it has been FOREVER since the most important person has walked in the door even if it has been only five minutes. One word sums this up…adoration. However, when the human servant walks in the door the cat wants to know why they’re breaking the barrier to his castle. Wasn’t it just a few minutes since the door shut? Oh well. One word sums this up…indifference, well, maybe even tolerance.
If a dog’s tail gets stepped on, it is begging the offender for forgiveness. On the other hand, if a cat’s tail gets stepped on, the one that has mistreated it so severely is no longer alive to the injured until the next day.
Interaction is pretty easy with a dog. Say the word come and watch a dog break down walls to get to the most magnificent person on the planet. It is like a fan being acknowledged by their favorite singer…He. Is. Talking. To. Me! The difference here is pretty vast. The dignified cat will choose the time and place of communication…thank you very much!
The dog has found the best hunter in the world right in their very own house! Seriously, that food just keeps on coming. How amazing is that? What a provider, what a skilled hunter, a true hero is what the dog thinks, as opposed to the cat that thinks things could be a bit speedier next time.
How do we act to the One providing in our lives? Do we show our excitement or do we act indifferent or even irritated most of the time? Would we let anyone or anything get in our way of reaching our Master? Do we interact only when we want something…how is our communication?
Choose the characteristics of the dog today when going before your Master because He is truly worthy!
