Wednesday, September 30, 2015

Dear God,

On any given day we can find you with us.  As we breathe in the fresh air of life, as we rise to walk, as we take in nourishment, as we watch the sun rise and fall, as we listen to the birds sing, as we heal from a scrape or scratch, or drink fresh water, we can see your divine presence.  You are part of our every day living.

So often we forget your nearness.  We forget your promise to be with us.  When we don't get quick, easy answers we assume you are far off and do not care.  We forget just how much comes from you.  We forget to stop, look around, and listen.

When we start our day with you, when we pause to give thanks, and when we remember all your good gifts like hope, faith, and love, we remember you are the essence of human living.  We are enabled to let go of small troubles and trust you for big ones.  We can see our cups half full instead of half empty.  We can know we are not alone.  We can walk in faith.

Gracious God,
how easy
it is
to forget
who made us.
Forgive us.
Make us whole
so we
can trust you
and walk
in your way.

Love always, Andrea