bungee

Boing. Bouncing back today from a down day yesterday. It feels good to be on the upswing.

I finally sat down and listened to God a bit. After reading a passage in the Bible I listed out everything it said about who God was or what He does. It was amazing. I really needed to sit and let it soak in a bit. They were familiar verses, but when I pulled out all the things pertaining to God, I saw new things about Him. How exciting! How precious. Here's I heard summary, as I tried to pull all the thoughts together:

"Stop fighting Me and be still, humble under My hand, because your spiritual life—from beginning to end—is all My doing. And even though I am a righteous and ready Judge I am patient and merciful to those who love Me—and even to those who don't."

My time with God set the tone for the whole rest of the day, and it felt really good. I read about writing, and then actually did some writing for a while. I'm writing a story of redemption. It's based on someone close to me. I feel a drive in me to get the story written. It's like a prayer which I'm hoping it will come true.

Later, off to see a movie with members of our church. Babbette's Feast. Beautiful story, beautifully told, beautiful messages. "A true artist is never poor." Ahhh. Soul-filling. Satisfying. Inspiring.

Then off for, of all things, a Korean meal with our pastor and his wife. (Sort of seemed like we should have French cuisine, after seeing the movie, but…) Anyway, it was kind of a double date. We really enjoy their company.

So, I must say, I end today feeling rich and full (in more ways than one) whereas last night I was feeling empty and needy. What a gift.