Tuesday, January 24, 2012

Dear God,

Is there anything you are not willing to do?  You come to us sometimes with help, other times with direction.  There are times when you come with healing and hope.  Sometimes with gentle persuasion and challenge.  But always you come to us with grace.

I find myself overwhelmed most of the time when I consider the countless times and ways you appear in my own life.  I don't get wrapped up in worthiness issues; I know I do not deserve so much attention.  All is grace for me, pure unadulterated grace.

As I work on the retreat I am to lead this weekend, you bring me ideas, the turn of a phrase, a song, a thought or inspiration.  I have the feeling that we are writing together, you with all the good ideas and me as the typist.  My heart desires to create a setting for your joy to bubble over, to lead us to deep water, and to drench us in hope and holiness.  Who can do that without divine instruction?

As I listen, ponder, and pray, you give me cause once again for thanksgiving and praise.

All Powerful and Ever Loving God,
every ounce
of my joy
comes from you.
My heart
is full
of gratitude,
Wondrous and Kind God.

Forever yours, Andrea