Word of the Day
Beloved, laughter fills the air and worry has no place in the heart of a child. The process of chasing fireflies is as important as the capture. One moment in which to marvel at a firefly and the mystery it personifies is worth it all.
Yes, that one incredible moment as they hold it captured in their jar, is worth it all. Eyes wide open, with joyous squeals of delight, they ponder the depths of what they see and take advantage of their momentary enchantment. Yes, I take advantage and seize on those moments to plant seeds of desire in their hearts to know the one who made it so—to know the one who is the creator of all things.
You know what, I have heard more conversations of wonderment over a firefly than you can imagine and guess what, “I remember them all.”
Likewise, I remember every moment of your formation as I overshadowed you in the jar of your mother’s womb. My spirit hovered and I penetrated the very depths of your soul with longing for Me. I fashioned you in My image. You twinkle with My essence. You hold My DNA, My heart and My light. So let your light shine before all men and see the darkness transformed…see the darkness flee.
Beloved, even though I knew you before you ever were and I witnessed all the days of your formation, I am still dazzled by you. You have captured My heart.
Just as I remember and delight over every childish chatter about fireflies and other such mysteries, how much more do I consider you? More than you can ever imagine. More than the grains of sand are My thoughts toward you (Psalms 139:17-18). Yes, you are My great love…and My light in whom I have chosen to shine.
Therefore, never fear the process. Take joy and see all things as an adventure. Never be afraid of the darkness for you were made to transform it. Let My laughter fill your heart with a childish chatter and wonderment today. Look inside and see how your heart has captured Me. You are My own Firefly of ever burning light. Come; let us pursue the lost of this world with delight. Come; let us illumine the darkness together.,, Read Complete Love Letter…
“As you know not what is the way of the wind, or how the spirit comes to the bones in the womb of a pregnant woman, even so you know not the work of God, Who does all” (Ecclesiastes 11:5 Amplified)
“How precious to me are your thoughts, O God! How vast is the sum of them! Were I to count them, they would outnumber the grains of sand. When I awake, I am still with you: (Psalms 139:17-18 NIV)
Prayer
Lord, who would have ever correlated You, the Light of the World and fireflies in such a beautiful ways. Just to think that You remember every child’s conversation of delight over such a seemingly insignificant thing as bugs in a jar makes me bow at the many faceted wonder of who You are. You gazed upon my formation with absolute delight.
Children in the height of excitement and glee have nothing on You when it comes to how You demonstrate and express Your love for me. My heart is overwhelmed with grateful thanksgiving and praise. Your essence twinkles through to the world around me and it is changed…it is transformed and darkness flees.
Yes Lord, my heart is captured by your great love and my thoughts are ever toward You. Keep me always on the right path and illumine my innermost being that I might serve You with a clean and pure heart. I declare that I am Your light and I will let it shine. Amen
Reflect and Journal
- One moment with Him is worth it all and one moment with you is worth it all for Him. He is offering you more than moments. He is offering you the mystery of His great love. In what ways or in what areas do you need Him to reveal His love so you can illumine the darkness around you with more delight and effectiveness?
- How has the Lord personally captured your heart?
- Reflect on times of darkness in your life when the light of the Lord in someone else pursued you and brought you out of the darkness into His marvelous light. Doing this will build your faith and create a grateful heart.
- Did you ever imagine His thoughts toward you being more than the grains of sand? Take some time and reflect on this and write some of your thoughts toward Him.
Oh God, I long to have the innocence of a child. How beautiful and peaceful I can imagine to be back in my mother’s womb! I long for peace, peace, peace of mind. I wish to be as simple as a little child.
Sweet Jesus,let Your peace wash me over…Thank you!
When the dust has settled as my daughter said, “All will be fine.” Yes, the rumbling sea of confusion has no place in a child’s simple heart. God gave me a child’s heart that abides with all willingness to His will. Let not the material entrapment of the world take away the childlike simplicity in me. A child again and forever I long to be! Indwell in my simple heart sweet Jesus with Your unfailing love!
1. When I feel the closeness of my Lord and Savior, I am illuminated with the knowledge that my Savior, my God, is always there and loves me, unconditionally. This is when I pray, as I am seeking to become closer within. This is what the light is about. The One who is ALL to each and everyone of us. I strive to feel that closeness and the light it brings, especially in times of distress.
2. Oh Yes! I am HIS. I love him so much and have expressed this. My love overwhelms my heart, even as I write. It is something that is within and is powerful.
3. I rely on HIS Word when darkness descends. I can’t say that anyone specific has changed my darkest outlooks. I’ve listened to sermons, I read inspirational books, I read the Bible, I’ve joined uplifting groups to learn more but, I look towards HIM, I lean on HIM, I pray to HIM. I believe HIM to take away my sins, my burdens, my worries…
4. In my quiet time in the mornings and in writing in my journal, He refers to me as His child, child of His heart. I can’t ask for anything more. I do feel like His child and I am a retiree… imagine that at my age. I truly and deeply , am in love with my God and Savior. It is my life.