As I sit for my devotions... I realize just how good God is.
Or atleast I catch a little glimpse of realization because our minds can't fathom how great He really is.
Sitting on my comfy couch, I look around me. To my left lays a journal that my sweet sister, Tiffany got for me for Christmas. Beside it, my sturdy Bible; it should be more flimsy that sturdy ( meaning I should really read more of it).
A sizzling cup of hot chocolate is alongside my Bible. Usually it would be a mug of steaming black coffee... but today I wanted something sweet.
In front of me, Obie is laying down at my feet, all snuggled up. He's getting to be so big and smart.
He's lovable but yet so rotten. He loves to suck on blankets like a little baby... and socks. I'm missing so many pairs of socks. I was laying in bed this morning trying to wake myself, and up jumped Obie into bed with me; sock hanging out of his mouth. He then dropped it on my face. "Time to wake up Momma. I must go outside and sniff some air, possibly dig a little hole. Then I must come inside and play with all the socks I can find, casually leaving my dog farts that always cause you to make that weird gagging sound. Then of course you must feed me my breakfast. Let's go Momma".
This boy never ceases to make me laugh.
Anyways, to my right is the sunrise...amazing like it is everyday. It's almost like God decided to play with water colors this morning. Painting across the skies; from mountain tip to mountain tip.
Speaking of the mountains, they are so beautiful. Last week we got some snow... and the mountains looked like something from Lord of the Rings. Gorgeous.
I need to start taking my camera out with me and capturing some of this beauty. But instead I forget and then regret it. Dang it.
Looking around my house, I realize I'm truly blessed. We have a wonderful home. Although we still have Christmas lights wrapped around our pillars- I still enjoy it.
The smell of one of my candles is lofting into the room; mixing with the smell of the cheese cake cookies I baked yesterday for my amazing husband.
Mmm. It's so peaceful. I love these moments.
Philippians 4:6-7
“Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God; and the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus.”
So true. I'm realizing I get all worked up about the future and it mind boggles me. I start getting anxious and try to set things my way. But only God knows what's going to happen and I have to trust Him to guide us.
He know's what to do.
Proverbs 16:9
“In his heart a man plans his course, but the Lord determines his steps.”
Haha... this one just made me smile. It's like God saying... "Yep you go ahead and plan your heart away; But I'm the one that gives the OK. You may think that's gonna happen... but you see, I have another plan for you".
Just like the past two years of my life. I would never have dreamed I'd be in New Mexico, married and taking care of my very own household. Nope, not even in my head.
I didn't really have plans... I knew I was going to work at the most amazing golf course and possibly go to a boring college. Maybe win the lottery, and perhaps try my hand at archeology or marine biology.
Then that day came, when God said "Ok enough of these silly ideas, it's time to begin your adventure with Jonathan Cherry"
Of course I didn't know then, but I thank God every day for this unbelievable shift of plans.
I truly love my life, and all who are in it.
I even have plans to go on an adventure to a thrift store or two- seeing if I can find any hidden treasures.
I hope you all have a wonderful day and live it to the fullest. You're halfway through the week; keep on going! Even in your busy schedules, take time to make and grasp on to moments.
You only live your life once, don't live for the days- live for the moments in those days.
Like that guy said.... "Smell the roses!"
And don't forget to save the penguins while you're at it.
Roberto Clemente
