Wednesday, September 18, 2013

Dearest God,

Finally, a few quiet moments just to be with you.  No nurses coming into our hospital room several times a day, no fluffing pillows, no television, no ringing phones, no responsibility, just time for me to listen to you.  The quiet soothes my soul like nothing else reminding me there really is a place of quiet rest.

Years ago I traveled to the Holy Land.  I worked with the Jerusalem Center for Biblical Studies and led a group on the theme of worship.  I remember spending a few hours by the caves where the Dead Sea scrolls were found by a shepherd boy and then taking a hike to the most beautiful waterfall where we all sat in silence for a period of time.  We even drank from the pool.  Such sweet solitude.

I have to admit I love the time you and I have together alone.  I used to think it was great to fill up every moment with sound, people, and work.  But years ago you revealed yourself in such a way that I was hooked for life.  You led me through a maze of experiences that led me to a deeper walk of faith.  You showed me green pastures that led to living water and I drank like a desert-dry, weary soul.  I decided to fill my days with you, Loving God, and I have never regretted my decision.

Let me drink
from your well,
O Lord;
quench my thirst
for you.
Remind me daily
to drink first
and then
get up
from my sleep.
Keep me thirsty
for you
so I
will remember
where to go.
Teach me
your ways,
Almighty and Everlasting God,
so I
may be
a witness
to your
gracious and
compassionate love.
Thank you
for these
prized moments.
I celebrate
with a
grateful heart.

Love, Andrea