I just love how God seems to bring things into our life just at the right time. I do recognize it seems He brings more and more when we are actively open to whatever He brings us. Michelle gave me a book that is like oh wow. I just started reading it but already I'm looking at things in my life so different as I endeavor to appreciate each and every thing and not take things for granted.
As I walked up on the porch today I heard the windchimes in a whole new appreciation. I've always loved the sounds of these windschimes but I actually stopped and watched them in the breeze and truly took in the sound. I did not just listen to it......I took it in. How many times in life do I not stop and take in the things that bring me pleasure?
Then as I entered the house and felt the quiet and peace once again........soak it in. I loved how the sun cast shadows on the carpet. I need to appreciate this time for who knows what tomorrow may bring. And to take it that step further praise God for it. The book quotes all the times Jesus instructs us to give thanks. In giving thanks to HIM for everything and appreciating things brings us joy like no other. I'm ready for joy, I love joy!!! :)
I'm excited that the author is going to have a weekly podcast (I think that is what you call it!) with two other ladies to discuss each chapter of the book. I can't wait! I'll read the book and then go through it with her. The author has 6 children, homeschools them and lives in Canada. Already the first chapter is shocking in how far God has brought her!!!
Thank you God for joy!!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GhOUaszMGvQ
Thankful for each time I walk up to the porch and see what my sweet daughter and daughter-in-law have given me. SO thankful for these three precious lives I pray for all the time....Colby, Melissa and William!!!
