Monday, January 25, 2010

My dearest God,

How often I have been reminded that you rule this world. Your design for creation means that I have a place and a purpose like all others. And one more thing: I am reliant on you.

I felt weak, disoriented, tingly and without energy this morning. I knew something was wrong. My daughter took me to the doctor who got me right in. They literally ran 29 different tests. I stayed in bed all day, too weak to do anything else.

I realize how fragile life really is. I know that things can change in an instant, just like the earthquake proved. I know that being reliant on you is an act of faith on my part. I am certain that living out my relationship to you is the most important thing in the world. I do not waste my time whining "why me" as if I stand out above all the rest, exempt from pain and suffering. I know that each day is a gift to be well lived.

I am grateful
to you,
Most High God.
I believe
in you,
trust your care
for me
and your world.
Make me
an instrument
of gratitude
that continually
sings out
your praise.

Love, Andrea