Shout triumphantly to the Lord, all the earth. Serve the Lord with gladness; come before Him with joyful songs. Psalm 100: 1-2 Holman CSB
This morning started out a lazy feeling day. It was cool outside. The sky was bluish grey and hazy. The sun wasn't as bright yet, just peeking through the clouds. This could have been the ingredient for a melancholy mood. Yet, I was happy for Earth to be the recipient of nourishment from Heaven. I was happy for the rose bushes in my yard and the carpet of grass encasing my home. It felt really peaceful compared to Hurricane Irene a couple of weeks ago.
I am feeling so thankful and grateful just for being here. The sun arose this morning, giving me another opportunity to praise God. And I am doing just that. Just because!
Recently I was reading from the book of Proverbs, which is one of my favorite books. And my mind began to wonder. I was thinking about all of the studies and readings I have done over the past year. I was in awe of how the Lord has changed situations, circumstances and people in my life. After entertaining these thoughts for a little while, my heart swelled with joy just knowing how the Lord changed me!
Yet, a part of me felt empty. I know there are some things I haven’t fully surrendered. There are some pains, sorrows, and people I haven’t fully surrendered. And because of that, my spiritual life has become stagnant. Certainly, the Lord doesn’t desire for me a mediocre life. Jesus desires that my life is victorious in him.
It is senseless for me to sit through another powerful sermon, another stimulating discussion in Sunday school, read another inspiring blog, another thought provoking Bible study and feel great in the moment, yet not meditate immediately on what I have received. And though all of thiese activities have certainly helped me grow spiritually, the Lord is calling me to do more. I know that is what this restlessness is. And yes, I want more!
The Lord has been good to me. And I want to continue to walk in his light. I desire to open my heart to his words and to live the victorious life I am blessed with.
