Thursday, September 23, 2021

Dear God,

I love rising in the dark in the early morning.  I love looking outside, gazing at the moon and stars.  I love watching the darkness give way to twilight and then full light.  I love mornings because in them I see you, Loving Father.

There is something amazingly wonderful about the dawn of a new day.  It is the fresh beginning that challenges me in my spirit.  How can I be loving today?  How can I be a better person?  How can I spend this day giving witness to my love for you?  Although I do not ask these questions directly every day, I do think of you and want more than anything to bless you through my practices, actions and intents.

Then as darkness claims the end of the day, I am grateful to know I have been in your presence all day long.  You have kept me, shielded me and guided me.  Even though I do not always follow your will or your nudges, I am grateful you have blessed me with your presence and love anyway.  And that fact alone pushes me to greater devotion.

Holy, holy, holy

are you,

Gracious and Merciful God.

Thank you

for today's

new creation evolving

outside my

kitchen window.

Thank you

for new beginnings

and personal challenges

of faith.

Love, Andrea