I will teach you the fear of the LORD.”
Psalm 34:11
Standing together looking into her mirror, her pretty reflection looking into my eyes, God blessed us with a sweet, little conversation that I pray made a deep impact on her heart. It was one of those unexpected, serendipitous opportunities to teach her and live out, by His grace alone, Psalm 34:11.
“Gabrielle, you are doing very well this morning, and I know you are very tired. Thank you. I know you are still sleepy. I am tired, too, but we are going to first service today.”
“You got up early to have devotions today, Mom?”
“Yes, I did.”
“You get up early for quiet time and devotions…even on Sundays?”
“Yes, even on Sundays.”
“Now do not be stiff-necked…but yield yourselves to the LORD; and enter His sanctuary, which He has sanctified forever, and serve the LORD your God…” 2 Chronicles 30:8
If I need to make things right with my husband and apologize for a spat, I do that. If I’ve been putting my hands over my ears to something God has been trying to whisper to me, my hands need to be folded in prayer and receiving His word. If pride has gotten a hold of my attitude and heart, I need to humble myself and ask for forgiveness. I need my quiet time with Jesus each morning.
Even on Sundays. Especially on Sundays.
As I wove her hair into a pretty braid, I believe He was weaving His love and truth into the fibers of her heart. I pray God used that precious moment with Gabrielle to make a lasting impression on her young, tender heart. Our relationship with God is constant and uninterrupted. He continually hears our hearts’ cries, receives our praises and desires to walk and talk with us throughout every moment of every day.
Even on Sundays. Especially on Sundays.
Your post was so timely, sweet friend! I wish that I too could say that I meet with the Lord before church–'cause I really need to on this day!! But, I don't. Need to be in prayer about being more obedient in this area. Thanks for this gentle reminder.
Love you!!
Susan
Hi Sharon. Just thought I'd drop by and say "hi". I was looking at the cruise photos the other day and was reminded how much I enjoyed meeting you and eating at the table with you each evening. I liked the jax story. Reminded me of how many hours I spent playing jax, jumping rope, etc with a good friend who is still my friend after all these years. We still keep in touch. I'm sure I took my ball and jax and went home a few times. LOL
Hope you're having a good life.
Blessings,
Charlotte