Shadows spread across the snow like arms surrounding us with His presence. The last glistening sparkles from the trees are reminders of the light we reflect from Him who's presence is never failing. As the snow quietly melts into puddles, it is only a part of the cycle, it may be reformed into ice or meander into rivers and streams. So our lives go, also.
God may use us as we are or transform us through trials and successes, to be used as He best needs us. My daughters bloom and grow, and sparkle and fade through the phases of life. Through the difficult process of teenage years, they are also beginning to glow from inside beauty that is reflecting Him whom they desire to serve. How amazing to have a savior that they can speak to and cry to and even laugh with when they are lonely, or happy or sad. Never alone, they can face the trials and be comforted by the daily miracles of life around us.
Facing a friend with a serious disease, facing a life changing surgery, facing an accident that alters your course can all be blessings when you are able to turn them around to let God shine through you. We will all die. But how will we die? Will we die kicking and screaming, not knowing what will come next? Will we die singing praises and looking forward to the next place? Will we die with anticipation of seeing loved ones long gone? Will we die with a message to those around us that we have peace from knowing God, not only in life, but also in death? I choose life, but when that is done, it will be time for yet another transformation and I will accept it for me and my loved ones when that time comes. peace. alison