But this Lion did not roar. He padded in softly under cover of night and was found sleeping this morning.
I awoke to this soft stillness and stood amazed at the quiet.
It has been a week of noise. Of falling from one task into another, no pause, no slow savor.
I love this--
but—
at these times…
I miss so much.
To awaken before dawn, offer prayers with rising sun, mosey down to stream with trusty dog—stare into ripples and study light swimming through water…
These things draw me closer to Him.
After a busy week, I approach Him cautiously…like a neglectful lover, bringing home roses.
I know You have been here, I say. I know You never cease to think of me. Yet, sometimes I forget You are by my side.
Chocolate?
(smile)
He always takes me back.
What is more, He welcomes me with open arms.
Exclaims over the roses.
Savors the chocolates.
Why?
His love is more than.
More than all the distractions in the world.
More than…
more than I am capable of.
Thank you, Lord. Thank you.
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16 comments:
Lord, thank you. Laura, thank you. Father God, thank you, Jesus Christ, thank you. Holy Spirit, thank you.
Amen, and amen.
Lovingly,
Yolanda
Oh, Laura, how I relate. I have had such similar conversations with my Beloved...in fact, just last night. I love how you've put words to this...so delicate, so pure, so true. I journey back to Him with you, my friend. May we meet there more often...He is waiting:)
You have created another favorite for me! I love this one, Laura! This is a beautiful post! Special just like you!
Have an awesome weekend!
Cheri
I am washed over with peace when I visit you. HE, our Beloved, blesses us with peace when we need it, and He knows we need it. We know where to find it, but sometimes, even when we crave it, we don't seek it, or look in the wrong places. Silly, aren't we! But, He's always there when we do go to Him... ever Faithful.
Love to you... N x
More than
my words can express
and my pen can write.
He will always be 'more than',
Joy
Oh, Laura, I know the truth of that, because I have done the same thing, only you put such beautiful words to it!
His love is never ending, and he always takes us back when we turn back to him.
Praise Him!
Lovely, words they express my heart, my week. God is so amazingly faithful, forgiving. Thank you for sharing!
Thanks for the reminder- He love me. Sometimes I find it hard to remember. It's only because I am not focusing on Him, but on the thing that seeks to separate me from my Love.
You know what I love the most? He has no expectations on us. He doesn't keep an account of how many times we've spoken to Him. He's not
concerned with our absence. He knows we love Him.
He waits for our return...knowing how deeply we love Him.
I can't get over it.....
I am undone!
Love ya, friend!
I've had a few days of getting a late start to Jesus, but thankfully, he always is there when I come.
Beautifully said.
peace~elaine
Welcome, welcome, ever welcome home! And now I find home in your words, a coming back and to stillness through your experience....
I really enjoy your words Laura
they are full of beauty and truth
In His Perfect Love,
Tina
oh such beautiful truth. He awaits with open arms. My heart's desire is to not keep Him waiting. And when I feel I must, that circumstances just keep me from being alone with Him, then to practice His presence as I go, where I am, and live each moment within His embrace.
He remains "beloved" still
yep... I think you just wrote a love note from my own heart.
Praise Jesus, the precious lover of our soul :O)
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