Tuesday, December 9, 2008

Modern Day Miracles

I am amazed at all the miracles that still take place in todays time. I have heard time and time again that Jesus' miracles were from a time long ago. But that is not true. Miracles surround us, a child's smile and laughter, the beautiful sunshine, the rainfall on dry land, recieving an unexpected blessing that only you and the Lord knew you needed. My mother used to say as she would look upon a hill of changing leaves on the trees in the fall that, "God's been painting". I think of that many times throughout my days. God is always painting, not only painting the beautiful scenery that he has given us to take care of but also painting in our lives. He is always working in our lives and hearts to become the child of God that he wants us to be. In times of trouble and in times of joy, if I am open to what the Lord wants from me then I can clearly see him working in my life. These are just a very few of the unlimited miracles and blessings we recieve everyday of our lives, but we are usually too busy or jaded to notice. In times of uncertainty we can be certain that one thing on this earthly place is constant, the Lord's love for us. He sends us miracles and blessings each and everyday for us to enjoy and give thanks for. We should glorify him in all that we do and recieve. How has the Lord blessed you today? Take a look around right now and next time you are driving to the store or looking out your window or talking to your children or spouse and be thankful to the Lord for those modern day miracles.

No eye has seen, no ear has heard, no mind has conceived what God has prepared for those who love Him. 1 Corinthians 2:9