Tonight, while working in my office, I came across some photographs of my family. As I quickly evalulated the span of time that had passed since the photos were taken (almost 6 years ago), there were a few words that impressed my heart: cherish, celebrate, pursue.
My prayer is that I learn how to love more deeply, and truly cherish the preciousness of life and those with whom I am living it. Hugs, meaningful conversations, smiles, laughter, encouraging words. Having the capacity to notice the "moments" in everyday that are worthy to be cherished. I believe it's possible to do, even while running the race.
I desire to renew the art of celebrating! Looking at the photos, I noticed there have been many changes. Two new princesses have been welcomed to our family. My dad graduated to Heaven. Some major life-strides have been accomplished by people I love. I pray for grace to embrace change and celebrate life, and most of all to encourage others to win!
Contemplating the last 6 years, I ask questions, "Have I pursued with all my heart?" "Were there marks missed in my assignments?" "What could I have done better?" "How could I have impacted more?" "How could I have pleased God more?" The quick, few-minute evaluation stirs my heart to stretch, to be strengthened in faith, to be fully persuaded that God has the power to do what He's promised. And, to see Him accomplish more than I can think or imagine, as I allow His Spirit to work in me.
