See the Beauty

 I drive 45 minutes to work. This past week, I was given the gift of a beautiful sunrise. The sun shining on the leaves of gold, red and orange just showing God's glory in the glow. This time change may not be fun with the days getting shorter, but it has given us an opportunity to see the beauty in the morning and pay attention to the sunset in the evenings.

Sometimes I like to stop and get me a diet coke on the way. And I bet you know who has the best fountain diet cokes! I was blessed again this morning when the person in front of me had bought my drink! That may me feel so good that someone felt inspired to give me a little good in my day. Even if it was just $1. When this happened, I was shocked because this doesn't happen to me! I was not prepared. I had my $1.06 in hand, exact change for my drink. So I got my drink, said thank you and left.

Well, as I got to thinking as I was driving, I should have paid it forward. I should have paid for the order from the person behind me. So this just gave me an excuse to get another diet coke the next day! (not that I need a excuse). I went through the drive thru, ready to pay it forward and no one was behind me!! I prayed, God, I thought you would want me to bless someone today. Well, didn't have to wait that long because as I was waiting in line, someone came. But God also said, I want you to bless others everyday, not just once and a while or during Christmas season. I want you to do this all year, every day. It doesn't have to be buying something. It can be a word, and act of servanthood. 

It feels good to be on the receiving end of someone's giving but did you know that it also feels good when you give? You receive the blessing as well when you give. 

I was able to be a part of Santa blessing others this week. My dad dressed as santa and we walked around the hospital blessing the staff. The visitors were blessed as well. A few asked if they could have their picture with him! One patient asked for santa to come see him! Santa was able to bring smiles to others that night, even if it was way early. As Santa said, he was taking a break and left the elves in charge so he could come out to see the heroes of our hospital. 

I challenge you. Bless others each day. Seek out to do something for others. It may be small to you, but it could mean all the world to them.

“A new command I give you: Love one another. As I have loved you, so you must love one another. By this everyone will know that you are my disciples, if you love one another.” John 13:34-35

Love to all,