Thursday, August 22, 2013

Dear God,

Waiting...waiting is difficult particularly when we know what is ahead.  Yet, waiting provides gifts and blessings.  Waiting gives time to think and prepare.  Waiting gives us opportunity to talk, to say what we need to say.  Waiting gives time to make changes in relationships, attitudes, behaviors, hopes, and dreams.  Waiting provides the chance to do something we have failed to do.  Waiting allows us to draw close to you and those we love.  Waiting can open the door to reconciliation, restoration, and renewal.  Waiting can give us second and third chances.  Waiting can transform our lives.

As Harold and I wait, we are holding hands more, doing some important things, and spending more time sitting beside one another.  We are practicing our faith and making ready.  We are staying near you.

Holy God,
Great Physician,
Teacher and Friend,
thank you
for unexpected gifts
and blessings.
Thank you
for love,
mercy, grace,
compassion,
and time.

Love, Andrea