FORCED TO FLY

When we're forced to "fly" by faith and not by sight, we're learning to trust in new ways that defy what our mistaken instincts or misguided feelings are shouting to us. It's a powerful trust-building experience.

Lord, when I wake, the first two things I realize are that you are with me and a new day is before me. Help me be mindful, then, that you have given me a fresh opportunity to live well . . . maybe to make some changes and certainly to follow you more closely. I'm grateful for these new beginnings and for the wisdom and direction that you so willingly supply to guide me into what is right and true and good. 

This is the day the Lord has made; let us rejoice and be glad in it.

-PSALM 118:24