Thursday, May 17, 2012

Dear God,

This morning the sun rose in the east shining light into our bedroom, living room, dining room, and porch windows.  I know for sure it will move through the sky eventually radiating light into the other bedroom, kitchen, hall, and bathroom windows on the west side of the house.  Although this simple daily act generally goes unnoticed for the most part, it is one that reminds me of life's daily rhythm.  Because I can trust the certainty of that action, I believe I can trust you daily to be present in my life.

One of my favorite scriptures comes from Ecclesiastes 3.  Essentially it says there is a time and season for all things, time for the sun to rise and time for it to set.  That much confidence teaches me to allow my faith to rise as well and each night when I head for bed I lay it to rest knowing you are present at its rising and its setting.  There is something so wonderful about that knowledge that it causes me to appreciate all the other pieces of life  that swing back and forth in a steady movement, especially when life gets a little dicey.  

This morning as I gaze upon the light and shadows coming through the window, I sense your presence comforting and renewing me.

Thank you,
O Lord,
for sacred moments
that speak volumes
about faith
and all
its dimensions.
Thank you
for love
that never rests.
Thank you
for gratitude
that keeps life
in perspective.

Love, Andrea