Today is a day for packing. We head to Michigan soon, so I don’t have a lot of time here. But, I thought I’d share as briefly as I can what has happened to me. Excuse me while I testify.
I woke up this morning, ready to get moving. I spoke with the Lord in a quick fashion and got on with my day. First, breakfast for the kids. Then a trip to Target for last minute vacation necessities. After, I loaded the kids up and made a mad dash for the mountain, so they could spend time with their grand parents and I could pack in peace and quiet. This is highly important because if I can’t focus, I end up forgetting important things like underwear.
Well, I got back home and put on some packing music. My husband purchased the newest Israel Houghton CD from Itunes last night and it seemed like a good choice to get me moving. And it was. I was bee boppin’ around the house getting things done, making progress.
And then it happened… the last track of the CD came on called “Hosanna.” The harmonies swept through my heart and I heard the words singing out, praising the Lord. and my Heavenly Father said, “Excuse me, I would like to spend a bit more time with you.”
There in my hallway, with baskets of clean folded laundry, and suitcases and toiletries piled everywhere – I found myself in a prostrate position, worshipping the God of the Universe. As tears streamed down my face, I felt His arms of love wrap tightly around me. His presence was so real and tangible and warm; I could not move. Even now, my hands are shaking just a bit with this new and fresh knowledge :
I have a Heavenly Father who is pursuing me. He loves me. He will come to a little house in Middle Valley, even when I think I’m too busy so that He can spend time with me. He is the ultimate lover of my soul.
My gracious Heavenly Father. I will never forget these moments spent with you today.This is such a refreshing and renewing, energizing and fulfilling experience for making a fresh start into 2011. I am so glad we’re beginning this new year together. I love you.
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Psalm 42: 7-8 (a)
Deep calls to deep in the roar of your waterfalls;
all your waves and breakers have swept over me.
By day the LORD directs his love, at night his song is with me…
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