***July 12, 2024*** Thoughtful Question to Start: What small moments in your daily life have you overlooked that might carry deeper significance?
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"The heavens declare the glory of God; the skies proclaim the work of his hands. Day after day they pour forth speech; night after night they reveal knowledge. They have no speech, they use no words; no sound is heard from them. Yet their voice goes out into all the earth, their words to the ends of the world."
-Psalm 19 1-4 (NIV)
In these verses, we see how even the heavens declare God's glory in their silent beauty. Just as the vast expanse above speaks without words, the small moments in our lives also have profound messages. These moments invite us to pause, reflect, and find inspiration in the simplicity of our life.
In Matthew 6:26 (NIV), Jesus tells us to "Look at the birds of the air; they do not sow or reap or store away in barns, and yet your heavenly Father feeds them. Are you not much more valuable than they?" Here, Jesus invites us to find inspiration in the carefree flight of birds, and to recognize His handiwork in the smallest details of creation.
Finding inspiration in small moments truly requires a change in perspective—a willingness to slow down, and to see beyond the ordinary. It's in these times that we cultivate gratitude, deepen our faith, and find renewed strength for the journey ahead.
As we journey through each day, may we take the time to notice the tiny sparks in the midst of our "busy schedule". May we open our hearts to the lessons being laid every single day and trust God's hands as He weaves a better future than what we ever hope for. He is our creator, He plans it all.
Today's guide for your reflection:
* Reflect on a recent small moment that brought you joy or peace. How did you sense God's presence in it?
Today's Prayer:
Heavenly Father, thank you for the small moments that reveal your presence and grace in our lives. May we find inspiration in the ordinary and strength in the simple, knowing that you are with us always. In Jesus' name, Amen.
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