Tuesday, August 27, 2013

Dearest God,

Trust is being willing to surrender all to you.  Riding on the wave of trust keeps us heart healthy as we open the doors to your love that rushes in to feed every part of the human soul.  I am constantly reminded of this gesture of faith.

My husband and I were not ready today for the sudden twist that appeared on our horizon when the doctor cancelled his surgery because of another developing problem.  The wind went out of our sails and our balloons sunk quickly to the ground.

Yet, through it all, you have revealed a vivid picture to me, one of a tall, full glass and one tall, empty glass. The full glass contains much good news like excellent doctors, overall good health except for a couple of problems, love and prayers from many people, faith, and the constant presence of each other.  It continues to fill when we recognize your hand.  The empty glass is one where we have our concerns, the nagging resistance to waiting, and our fears.  The one uplifts us; the other drags us down.  The one is a powerful symbol of your living presence; the other a true lack of faith and ability to see more than what meets the eye. I am choosing to focus on the full glass, a full glass of mercy, compassion, and grace.  What better way is there to manage life's dilemmas?

Gracious God,
let me be
a witness
to your
living presence
in the world.
Keep me
looking up
so I
am empowered
to lift
the chin
of my husband.
We both
give you thanks.

Love, Andrea