You are a Child of God

"You are a child of God; you are wonderfully made, dearly loved, and precious in His sight....."
Psalm 139:1 contemporary

Having a quiet day is relatively rare for me. No complaints, but it was nice not to run here and there. Feeling the warmth of the fireplace, hot coffee, and a favorite fleece put me in a very mellow mood.

That feeling caused a sense of gratitude to come over me, stronger and more intense and focused than I've had in recent memory. The simple things: a comfortable easy chair, roaring fire, hot coffee, and a well-worn fleece focused my mind and, more importantly, my heart on all I have to be thankful for.

Mostly, thankful I was a Child of God.

For those of us who thrive on being busy, please take a moment and feel the love that God continually sends down. Take time to sit in His presence and recharge, refill, and be warmed by His Spirit.

Maybe it won't be the entire day; perhaps it will only be a few minutes. It will be time we all need to refresh and experience the Father's never-ending love.

And always remember we are Children of God!

I am praying for peace.

Pastor Lou Strugala
NJSP Chaplain