Ordinary Mornings, Extraordinary Grace |
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From His fullness we have all received, grace upon grace — John 1:16 |
Today, take note of what brings you gladness. That which gives you pause or causes you to take a deep breath. These are glimpses of God's goodness in our lives, brought to life through moments and things, memories and sounds. Realizations and hope. In its biggest forms: a moment you wish you could freeze in time, and in its smallest: a sliver of grace, otherwise overlooked. I wake up to the smell of fresh laundry, sheets cool against my skin. One eye open, I peek down at the floor next to me, and there you are in your pink sleeping bag, wearing your cheerleading camp T-shirt. I stare at you a while, smiling at who you once were, all bright pink lips and big, bold, spunky laugh. And who you are now: deeply loving, a servant's heart, a laugh still the color of sunshine.
You wake, voice full of sleep, and say, "Hi, Mama. I'll make you some coffee, okay?" and you're off, wide awake in just a few seconds flat. And now here I am, cup of coffee in my favorite Ted Lasso mug, brought to me by my favorite six-year-old barista who just learned how to work the Keurig. Splash of cream, made with love. Ordinary morning, extraordinary grace. Name your delights today. What's your ordinary moment full of extraordinary grace? * |
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Today, take note of what brings you gladness. |
Today, take note of what brings you gladness. |
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Mercy and Delight You are altogether beautiful, my darling; there is no flaw in you. — Song of Solomon 4:7 NIV There's something about writing that makes you live life with your eyes wide open. I've learned, though, that this is a lovely thing to practice. Moments of mercy and delight are all around us, but like our fleeting moments of in-between bliss, they will evaporate like snowflakes landing on warm palms if we don't pause long enough to notice them. A butterfly flying in an open window. Fluttering in, then right back out. Little butterflies don't belong in houses; what could he be doing here? This is what hope feels like. A genuine moment with a child, eyes locked. "Mommy, you're the very best." Please stay this age forever, my darling. This is what love feels like. Rainy Saturday mornings, the kids watching cartoons outside our door, me curled up with you. You always said that spot was mine. I think I'll stay here a while, the rain reminding us of the warmth and safety of home, everything we love inside these walls. This is what trust feels like. A North Carolina waterfall, hundreds of miles from home, the three of us totally outside of our comfort zones, relishing the mountain air, the adventure of the day, God's glorious creations on grand display, nature beaming at us from every direction. This is what growth feels like. Consider your moments of mercy and delight God reveals Himself to us in these tiny moments, those fluttering lashes, the sound of the rain on our windows. As you move about your day, take note. Live today with eyes wide open. |
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Notice the beauty all around you today. In the middle of the ordinariness of every day there are extraordinary graces. What tiny moments are gifts from God to you? ~ Devotionals Daily |
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Wake up to the beauty of God's love every day |
Sure as the Sunrise: 100 Morning Meditations on God's Mercy and Delight |
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Do your days sometimes feel uncertain and chaotic? Do you wonder if what you're doing each day matters in the grand scheme of life? Are you seeking calm and peace amid turmoil? In Sure as the Sunrise, bestselling author Emily Ley offers inspiration and reassurance that God's mercy, delight, and provision are as sure as the sunrise--and ready to greet you each morning with hope and joy. Reading Sure as the Sunrise is like having coffee with your best friend each morning. With vulnerability and relatability, Emily shares her own stories and struggles, while also giving you permission to stop and check in with yourself--how are you doing, really?
Every five days of devotions are separated with additional inspiration or space for personal reflection. If you are the type of person who loves starting your day with a planner or Bible in hand, this is a wonderful tool to add God's delight to your days. Or, if you need help creating a morning routine to put more calm and joy in your day, this book can help you do it. |
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This devotional is perfect for those: - Looking for a fresh start
- Struggling through hard times and needing reminders that God has not forgotten you
- Trying to transform your morning routine
- Searching for God in the sacred, ordinary moments of life
- Wanting to start your day with God
- Seeking reminders of God's perfect consistency, faithfulness, and mercy when the world is uncertain and unpredictable
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When everything else in the world feels unsure, ever-changing, Sure as the Sunrise reminds us that God is almighty, forever, and dependable. God shows us that sometimes a fresh start isn't found in a magnificent transformation, but in focusing our hearts on the signs, the slivers, the surprises and delights right in front of us. The Lord's unfailing love and mercy still continue. Fresh as the morning, as sure as the sunrise. Lamentations 3:22-23 GNT |
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