Friday, January 22, 2010

My dearest God,

My how the truth is freeing! Your own son spoke about truth: "You will know the truth and the truth will set you free." I know that freedom, that liberation from the power of sin or secret or lies. A light, airy feeling comes when the truth is spoken in the presence of grace.

I have felt the power of truth many times. When I am open to the light that brings truth, I generally weep because I see your grace in the truthtelling. I witness your love and compassionate mercy. I know you are present loving me and others around me.

When I stand with someone telling their own truth, I observe the power of their truth. I watch the weight lift from their back. I see a clarity in their eyes. I watch the tears cleanse the soul. I am profoundly moved by the power of your spirit to renew and restore. Recently I sat in grace with another who finally shared their own truth. Amazing grace!

Loving God,
thank you
for your grace
that is
available 24/7.
Thank you
for love
that makes
it possible
to be restored
and renewed.
Thank you
for compassion
that sees
your children
in their
weary estate.
Thank you,
O Lord,
thank you.

Love, Andrea