Thanks to the Moon

I heard a song that touched my heart the other day. (not an uncommon thing, I assure you!) If you ever see me swerving down the road, it is NOT because I'm texting! It is most likely because I am desperately trying to type lyrics to a song that I want to remember!! I'm sure this is frowned upon in the same category as texting, but it's worth it! These are the lyrics that initiated my most recent dangerous driving incident:

But she still shines

Though the night falls around her

And by her lightI find my way

When I fear the path laid before me

I look to the light of her face

And thank her for being so brave

These lyrics are from a song called "The Moon" by Kendall Payne. What an AWESOME thought right??? So picture it.....each and every night the moon's job is to rise alone in the sky, and as darkness creeps in she is to stay put and be a light to the earth below. Now, when God was dividing up jobs, I can imagine maybe the moon didn't want this position. Not compared to the sun who gets to be center of attention in the day time with nothing scary around her, or the wind that brings peaceful relief on a hot day. But the moon got the night shift.

I have two thoughts for you.

1) Sometimes I know we feel like we are working the "night shift" in God's kingdom. Maybe there is something you "know" you could do better, or something you see someone else doing that you feel like you would rather have as your calling. But God has a purpose and plan for you. Take comfort in knowing that there is no where you could possibly be more successful than right in the center of His will for you life.

2) Each and every night the moon knows that she is walking in to a scary place....dark, quiet, alone. Maybe you are in a season surrounded by darkness or fear. "But still she shines!!" That is my favorite line in the song. Still she shines. No matter where you are or what you're going through, keep walking! The song says that the girl looks to the moon's light for guidance, and thanks her for being so brave. Your trial will become your triumph. And you may very well be a light to someone else's path who, without your guidance and example, may have lost their way.

Roll Tide...(Only Time I Will Ever Say That!)

So my husband and I took a quick trip to the beach this weekend since we discovered it's only 3 1/2 hours away! It was a much needed getaway....and happens to be one of my most favorite places on Earth---if not my very favorite! We got there after dark on Friday and quickly made our way down to the beach to hear the ocean. I sat there and watched the white caps rolling in and then the water receding out. I always think this is just so beautiful. And then I got to thinking: Those waves have been rolling since I was here last summer, and the summer before that, and every summer since I was two! (we like the beach, ok?) I realized that those waves would continue to roll all night, and they would still be crashing down in the morning. I jokingly thought to myself, "They must get so tired!" And then, like He usually does, God spoke to my heart when I really wasn't expecting it and said: "They don't get tired because they are doing what I have called them to do. I give unending strength to those who do my will." Um....hello? Does anyone else think that's awesome??? I stared at the relentless waves and saw them, not tired and dragging, but full of life and endless energy as they did what they were created to do. And so I think it can be for us. Somehow God will give you the strength and energy to do what He has called you. And when you are right in the middle of God's purpose for your life, people can't help but stop and stare at the beauty of the moment. Much Love!