This past week I was able to see, probably, the most beautiful sunset I have ever seen while living in the North. The sun filled the sky with brilliant purples and pinks… it was truly remarkable. When the sun kissed the horizon, the horizon blushed, and turned bright red. What a precious gift God painted in the skies. He truly is the Master Artist, but what made this sunset even more special is that He knew I needed encouragement and something beautiful to reflect upon.
God cares about the little things in our lives and knows just when to intervene. A smile here, a kind word there, and even a beautiful sunset. He knows that we are human and sometimes our needs are more human-based than spirit-based. Like, take a hug for example. Sometimes we just need a hug, to feel comforted and protected. Sometimes we need to laugh to ease the burdens we carry. Sometimes we need to feel loved and we need to be encouraged. God cares about those things, because He cares about you.
He may bring someone your way to offer up words of encouragement, or perhaps a child to wrap to their arms around your neck. Or, maybe He will paint the skies, to display His love for you in a glorious and grandiose way.
The Lord appeared to us in the past, saying: “I have loved you with an everlasting love; I have drawn you with loving-kindness.” Jeremiah 31:3 | NIV84
Remember to look for the small moments when God is reaching out to you, extending His hand, and giving Himself to you. Time is the most precious gift a person has to give, and when God takes the time to display His love for you, cherish it. If you look closely with your heart, you will see that God is always, somehow, someway, reaching out to you. Let Him love you, by giving in to Him. By doing so, He will give you freedom in return. May God bless you with eternal hope and joy within your heart.
Selfless Surrender 