I love our Lord. And I really like my rocking chairs. Did I mention that I am fairly passionate about my porch and a cup of hot coffee, too? Of course my love for God is paramount, but I love the way they all come together on a morning like this one. I can be so Martha. I have good intentions, but I can get so wrapped up in doing things, and going places and checking off my "to do" list that I let go of His hand and run impulsively down the path without Him! It's times like this that I get overwhelmed, worried, discouraged... And then there are times like this morning that I can be more like Mary. I take the time sit at His feet and be captivated by His love, His mercies, His beauty and His grace. As I rock in my chair and take the time to draw near to Him, I am ushered into His glorious presence. When I fix my eyes upon Him and purpose in my heart to spend time with Him, my heart is transformed. It is only when I stop looking inward and look to Him that my soul is free. The anxiety and depression flees and His grace abounds. Why would I ever allow my heart to be so fickle, so impulsive? Why do I let myself wander so far from Him when it is so wondrous to walk with Him? I am so grateful our Lord is unchanging ~ the same yesterday, today, and tomorrow. I am so glad He meets me on my porch and doesn't ask me where I have been. He just loves me.
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