He renews

It's been one of those very surreal, very complex, very extreme weekends. We have had a weekend where we have visited funeral homes to offer condolences to friends, neighbors, and loved ones who have seen a dear one depart. On the other hand, we saw a Christmas parade and walked through the scenes of JESUS'S life. And, it all happened in the same weekend.

The two visitations were for born-again believers that have received their eternal reward and await their loved ones entry into Heaven. Their families take comfort in the fact that one day they will see them again. Yet, it's tough; it's hard to imagine life without them. We pray that GOD strengthens and comforts them as only He can.

Today's word is a reminder that GOD will do just that. Psalm 103:5, NLT, reads, "He fills my life with good things. My youth is renewed like the eagle's!"

When we feel as if the weight of the world is on our shoulders, we need to take a breath and start thinking about all the good things GOD has filled our lives with. Mine are far too numerous to count. Like Saturday night, after walking through the scenes of JESUS'S life, I asked Blake, our four-year-old, what his favorite part was and he said, "The part where JESUS rode the elevator."

The ascension scene was aided by a scissor lift that allowed the person portraying JESUS to rise into the sky, and Blake liked watching JESUS ride the elevator. It was my favorite part too. JESUS ascended and will return one day to take us home to live with Him forever! Until then, He has filled my life with so many wonderfully, blessed things. And, when I am tired, I'm going to take a breath and recount them all, which will renew my resolve, as it will yours.

Be Blessed,
Mickey T