Wednesday, September 15, 2021

Dear God,

Sometimes we forget all the ways you work in human life.  Sometimes we limit what we believe you can and will do.  We opt for one way, hang our hat on that vision and fail to witness the "more" you want to do.  But then we are a shortsighted, stubborn people with little faith.  We miss the interaction, the hidden miracles and the joy of fulfillment.  We are not disappointed but rather we rejoice knowing your will has unfolded once again.

I look at so much of what is happening in our world right now.  So many demands, judgements and bitterness are filling so many people including myself at times.  We want what we want when we want it.  Such practices leave us wanting, miffed and angry.  But a slight shift can make all the difference meaning we are ready for you to act in any way you choose on our behalf.  Knowing we get to be part of your action brings rewards of many kinds.

Holy God,

make us pliable,

clay in

your hands.

Make us willing

to wait,

listen, be patient

and open

to what is

to come.

Reshape us,

Loving God,

into your image.

Love, Andrea