Tuesday, March 15, 2011

Unexpected time of reflection and grace

When the news hit about the earthquake and tsunami last Friday, my heart stopped...not literally, but everyone knows that feeling. Luckily or unluckily, I didn't have to sit and watch it on CNN as the tragedy unfolded. I was spared, by God's grace, from hearing it over and over again. Instead I was able to reflect and pray for the thousands affected by it and are still being affected by it.

I was also reminded of God's grace on Friday when I volunteered to work on Sunday. I could have said no, and maybe should have...but I didn't. I reflected on the Lord's words, and showed in a small way that I was willing to sacrifice that time to do what needed to be done. I know that there will be time, maybe soon, that I will again be called to sacrifice. Will I be willing then? I can't answer that now. I just have to go step by step and day by day. I do thank God for what he has done for me.

I hope, but can't press, that I will find listening ears and open hearts to the words the Lord has given me to write and say. I can't stand still...but maybe I need to....so I can listen to a baby's cry and a wounded heart.

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