It has been over a month and a half since I have last written. Since my May 11th post, I began my official grad school courses, and I must admit-I have been overwhelmed. I have missed blogging, and while on vacation-hope to get in a few posts!
I pray you are blessed, and healthy, and enjoying the start of SUMMER!!!
Yesterday morning I arose at an early hour-5:15 a.m. to be exact. Now, for those of you who know me...mornings are NOT my thing. But, for some reason, I am pulled out of my peaceful sleep, wide awake, and somewhat restless. So, I decide to get dressed and make myself a cup of coffee. While I am waiting for the coffee to brew, I sit at my kitchen table-looking out into my backyard. I catch a glimpse of the sun through the trees. I instantly get up, grab my coffee mug, and head outside on my front steps. Here is what I see.....
As I stand on my front steps, clutching a piping hot cup of my favorite morning brew, I am awestruck at the Lord's handiwork. I watch the sun creep up over the horizon, slowly spreading light and warmth over the Earth. I look around and watch as the rays reach out like long, graceful fingers; gently caressing the tress and planting a sun-kissed glow on the grass and flowers. The reflection of the sun on the glass panes of the church windows sparkle like bright, flawless diamonds-and for a moment, I am blinded by the brilliance. The shadows frolic happily across the roof of the church, as if to say, "at long last, I can rest until yet again, evening returns."
These are the few precious moments for which we take for granted. Too often we are too busy to simply STOP and drink in the Lord's gifts and blessings; to stand in wonder of His Creation-His Masterpiece. It is in these quiet moments, with only the birds busily twittering away, that my heart is still and quiet, and I can feel my Father pull me into His arms and hold me in a warm, comforting embrace. In this moment, I am reminded of His abounding Love for me and His unfailing Mercy and Grace. Mind you; He reminds me of these things all the time-but a quiet heart and soul is one most ready to listen and receive.
May you make time to soak in the Lord's blessings and allow Him to remind you how DEEPLY and PERFECTLY you are LOVED and TREASURED!!!
Until Next Time <3
