Week Twelve: Wonder

  “As civilization advances, the sense of wonder declines” - Rabbi Heschel

Sorry this is so late!! This devotional is going to be pretty short and sweet but I just wanted to give a little word of encouragement for the upcoming weeks that are busy with tests, stress, worry, and hectic schedules. I think many times we get caught up in our busy lives and we miss the gifts that God offers us on a daily basis. As bad as this sounds, we grow used to seeing him work small miracles in our lives; therefore, we start to overlook the ways that he’s showing his love for us. Y’all, God is showing each of us daily how much he loves and appreciates us individually. Our God is a living, moving, working God who desires to be a part of our entire lives, not just when we ‘have time’ for Him. This devotional is simply a reminder to live in the presence of the living God by living in wonder, amazed by traces of God all around us. Whether this be in a beautiful sunrise on your way to an 8 am class, grabbing a coffee break with your best friend, or listening to your favorite band (unless your favorite band is Keisha… no offense), our God is all around us.  James 1:17 says “Every good and perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of the heavenly lights, who does not change like shifting shadows.” All good things come from God, therefore do not take for granted what brings you joy daily! He is wooing each of us, drawing us closer to Him by showing us His love in ways He knows we’ll appreciate. Don’t miss out on His presence because you are too caught up in your busy schedule. Psalm 46:10 says “Be still and know that I am God.” Sometimes we just have to stop and give glory where it’s deserved. Take a breather in your busy day to enjoy and be thankful for what God gives you! It's noticing the little things in life that can make a big difference in how your day goes.

The spirituality of wonder knows the world is charged with grace, that while sin and war, disease and death, are terribly real, God’s loving presence and power in our midst are even more real. (Ragamuffin Gospel 99)

Currently Listening To: Beautiful by Phil Wickham