His Fingerprints of Grace

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(image and quote from Holy Experience)

"Every time you feel in God’s creatures

something pleasing and attractive,

do not let your attention be arrested by them alone,

but, passing them by,

transfer your thought to God and say: 

“O my God, if Thy creations are so full of beauty, delight and joy,

how infinitely more full of beauty, delight and joy

art thou thyself,

Creator of all!” 

— Nicodemus of the Holy Mountain

Continuing to pause and ponder the Lord's fingerprints of everyday grace in my life...

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From down the hall, hearing my boys sing

the "Children Obey Your Parents" Scripture memory song

as they clean their bedroom,

complete with the youngest adding his improvised

"wa-wa-wa" embellishments sung at each pause in the song

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The graciousness genuinely bestowed

by friends not seen for years

and from whom my way painfully parted years ago.

Fellowship was renewed and enjoyed,

for nothing can break the bonds of Christ

when we serve Him above ourselves.

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The memories of a beloved friend and mentor,

cherished and remembered,

while celebrating a life that has passed from this hard world

to Heaven's joys, holy and free.

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Refreshing ice water,

my favorite drink

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A washing machine and dryer

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Hand-me-down clothes for children

that out grow their clothes quickly

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Reading my daughter's Christmas thank you notes

and seeing the care she gave

to make each one unique and meaningful

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Dry erase boards!

(After the dog, they are a parent's best friend)

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My local classical music radio station

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Continued opportunities to share about

God's amazing provisions for our family

that build up others' faith

For all these things, dear Heavenly Father, I thank You...

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