Friday, December 18, 2009

My dearest God,

You have shown me the star-studded scroll dropped from heaven to earth. Contained on the long list are earth happenings, miracles, mysteries, monumental healings and countless insights, revelations, and illuminations. They are all divine moments, sacred experiences where you have touched the lives of humans on this planet.

In the far reaches of deep dark space, your light shines, an aura of awe that puts human life into perspective. We are not at the center of creation. We are a part but we are not central. As I gazed upon this list finding my own name and events, I acknowledged once again your powerful presence, your remarkable grace and your extrordinary love.

What I realize is this: In the day-to-day events, I am able to call up this wondrous list, to explore the countless many ways you are present engaging us in our human struggle and celebration of life. It is not just so many words on a very long page but rather the intricate workings of the Divine. It is an account of your loving touch, your inspiring whispers, and your spectacular movements in history.

When I find myself moving toward doubt and fear, I know I need to pause, to take stock, doing an inventory of your spirit in my own life. I know I need to remember, to acknowledge and to confess my own vulnerable weakness. I know I need to cry out your name in praise first and then in petition always ending in glorious adoration.

You are God;
there is
no other.
When I contemplate,
I think
on you
and all
your doings.
I revel
in your grace,
bathe in
your hope,
rest in
your peace.
Store in
my memory
your glorious presence
that I
may become
a living testimony
of your life
in this world.

Loving you always, Andrea