Saturday, May 18, 2013

Dearest God,

As I walk this earth, let me never forget you.  When I get busy, keep me mindful of your living spirit.  When I get confused or disoriented by life circumstances, keep my faith steady so I may continue to rely on you and be grateful.  Allow me to praise you through the challenges before me.

Sometimes life is difficult.  We worry and feel anxious when things go amiss.  As a wife, I worried about my husband.  As a mother I worried about my children.  As a pastor I worried about my flock.  As a grandmother I worried about my grandchildren.  As a friend, I worried about my companions.  Yet worry offers me nothing and keeps me forever anxious.

When I have my mind on you, when I breathe in the air of your presence, or when I trust in you, my worries settle because I know you have your eye on those I love.  I know you have their best interest in mind.  I know you will provide them the same love you give me.  I know you will inspire me to do what I can to help.  I know you will whisper your compassionate mercy to them through every means available.

As I go about this day, I pray I will continually give thanks for the promise of your presence in all circumstances.

Thank you,
Gracious God,
for faith
that keeps me
on my
spirit toes.
Thank you
for your
loving presence
that reminds me
to trust
in every way
and every situation.
May my words
and actions
give attestation
to my life
in you.

Love, Andrea