do you see all the people sinking down?

I found myself telling my friend about my experience. She listened in amazement. “Sometimes I pause in the middle of my day. My thoughts wander to my wonderful family, my job, my piano students, my relationship with Christ, my church, and friends. I find myself wondering if this life that I am living is for real. It all seems too good to be true. Sometimes I think that I may be dreaming . . .” She shook her head, “Wow. That is cool Al.”

Is it really?

How can my heart rejoice in its own security while I see those around me sinking into a hellish grave?

The selfishness of my heart is agonizing!