Monday, December 21, 2009

Dearest God,

As I consider the coming of Christ to earth again, I wonder how I can both receive him and give him away. These last few weeks have found me reopening my heart. You have taught me how a heart closed off for too long can lead to great disruption in the natural flow of life.

In the last few years you have opened doors and windows to my soul. With your breath spirit, you have blown away accumulated dust and debris, lots of debris. You have placed new curtains at my windows, a fresh layer of varnish to give shine, and you have not only rearranged the furniture, you have provided some new pieces. You have brought comfort, peace and joy to my spiritual home.

As I have trod lightly in unfamiliar places, you have blazed a new trail for me. You have given me a new old guidebook. You have shown me how I can trust you, myself and others. You have even sent me out with a backpack containing a bottle of living water, the guidebook, a spiritual and emotional compass, a prayer, and soul food. You have given me a Word to follow.

Blessed Lord,
the essence
of your spirit
leads me
to receive you
once again.
But I know
I cannot
hold you alone;
I must
share you
with the world.
How grateful
I am
to know you,
dearest God.
May my
own light
be a beacon
to you
and for others.

Love always, Andrea