Friday, February 20, 2015

Dearest God,

You changed our agenda.  You moved items from the bottom to the top.  You took charge and we relented, desiring your will for our retreat.  When snow storm warnings came, we realized we had done what you had wanted.  We still had a day before us but we were done.  We packed up and left for home.

So often we balk at your plan.  We don't like our plans interrupted.  We want to work our plan imagining the benefits.  Yet, when we relent and follow you, we gain so much more.  Insights come, challenges are made, and we climb out of our self-made ruts and begin to see the light of faith.  You give us tools to move forward, to make changes, and to fulfill your divine plan.  You bring hope, peace, and joy.

Our hearts
are filled
with gladness,
Gracious God;
thank you
for leading us
to the light.
Thank you
for wisdom
that comes
when we listen
to you.
You are God;
there is none
like you.

Love, Andrea