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.