Tuesday, January 18, 2011

Dearest God,

I believe every day is a day to strengthen faith. As I consider your many gifts given daily, I know they are not just given for my joy or entertainment; they are meant to fortify my spiritual storehouse. As these accumulate and multiply, I know I cannot hoard them. I must give them away. As my insides grow in love, peace and hope, I am certain there will always be enough for me but only as I share them with others. The act of sharing contributes to the filling of my storehouse and to others' as well.

I love the fact that humankind is connected to one another. Not one of us can live alone, producing and providing for ourself. If we get sick, we need a doctor, maybe even a hospital. If we need clean water, we need the water company. If we need our resources to be secure, we need a bank or a financial planner. If we need guidance and help, we need persons who carry special skills and a messsage of grace-filled love. If we need support, we need emotionally and spiritually healthy, wholesome friends who will give appropriately and meaningfully. You have made us to welcome one another with your love.

Today as I felt the flu coming back, I had one who used his gifts to care for me. My husband tended to my needs, filling me with compassion, love, comfort and peace. He reminded me that love is only love when shared with another. As I received his love, my storehouse swelled with your provision.

You are
the god
above lesser gods.
No one
can give
what you give.
No one
can love
like you love.
But those
who willingly
take your lead
to give
to others
will be
greatly blessed.
His blessing
became mine
and mine
became his.
Isn't that
the way
it's supposed
to work?

Gratefully, Andrea