I call them sunrise moments. Special memories I keep handy.
Tiptoeing into the kitchen.
The coffee maker is ready. Just flip the switch, I put water and coffee in it last night.
Sputtering, fizzing, and spurts bring a hot cup of joy.
Grab a towel to sit on and the Word to stand on.
Slowly open the screen door. Don’t wake anyone up. Made it without a squeak.
Due on the chair. Due on the grass. And due in the spiderwebs glistening on the dock.
Sunrise finds a new day.
Draping a towel over the chair I’m careful to sit without displacing it.
I open my bible and hold my coffee close. The mornings are chilly sometimes.
Sunrise.
This is my favorite part of the day.
Recalling the sunrise moments
I cherished those mornings at the tiny cottage we enjoyed for 15 years. I learned so much in those precious moments with the Lord and in His Word. Now, reliving those morning memories brings a smile to my face, as I thank God for each one.
Each special moment becomes a memory and, like a sunrise, is a gift to enjoy now and later. Maybe even more, later.
Taking time to recall those sunrise moments and giving thanks for them can bring lasting joy. Something happens just by realizing what God has done for you and being grateful. I will never forget those mornings on my cottage porch in solitude but hearing from the Spirit in my soul. Nothing can ever replace them.
Look for your sunrise moments. Make them meaningful because I believe they are gifts for now and later. Keep them fresh in your mind for the hard days when you need a fresh sunrise.
A prayer to start a new day
Waking up every morning is a testimony of your grace, oh Lord. Your love knows no end, and I am forever grateful for that. Let my life revolve around your word as I prepare for the day. Order my steps and protect me. Lead me not into temptation and grant me success in all my endeavors. Amen.
Joy Reflections
- Take a few minutes to recall a sunrise moment.
- Take a few more minutes to thank God for that special time in your life.
- Take a few more minutes still to roll that sunrise moment over in your mind again, so that it’s freshly filed for easy retrieval when you need it later because you will.
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Prayer from https://www.birthdaywishes.expert/inspiring-good-morning-prayers-blessings-and-verses-from-the-bible/
Feature image Photo by: Federico Respini on Unsplash
Spider web Photo by Nathan Dumlao on Unsplash
Beautiful post. It reminds me of our previous home on the lake and my morning time with God. Thank you for sharing.
I’m glad the post brought back a sunrise moment for you. You can’t beat early morning on the lake. I even miss the spider webs (not the spiders though).
Sunrise is my favorite too. Your words are beautiful. Happy FMF!
There is something so special about that time, especially when we spend it with the Lord. For me, it makes all the difference to getting the day started right.
One of my favorite moments on vacation is those sunrise moments with the Lord. I am not sure why I don’t take advantage of the sunrise while at home.
Since becoming a full-time caregiver and we no longer have our little cottage, I try to grab some alone time on the weekends in my backyard. It’s not the same but it’s still good.
Loved your post and the beautiful sunrise photo.
Once I began caring for my mom (with Alzheimer’s), I got out of the habit of getting up in the early morning hours for a walk and for time in the Word. Caregiving left me feeling sleep-deprived and groggy. but time in the Word was still what my heart needed each day — no matter when it happened, it refreshed my soul, steadied my walk, and bolstered my confidence that I could do this very hard thing in His power and strength and with the wisdom He would give me.
~ Cindie visiting from FMF #56
Hi Cindie. We are sisters in the sleep deprivation club. I’m a caregiver to my sister, Michelle, who has Down Syndrome and Alzheimer’s. God’s word helps in the morning, noon, or night. It all works. Check out my posts under Confessions of a Caregiver where I try to encourage other caregivers.
Thank you for your words. You took me right to your sunrise moment, it sounds wonderful. I am trying to find my sunrise moment and hope to fine the joy in resting there.
Thanks for visiting Amanda. Keep searching with an open heart, my friend, I’m sure it’s there.
Such a great post. I could visualize the the walk you take your reader on, and it is one of beauty. Thank you for sharing. Blessings.
Visiting from FMF#5
Thank you, Paula. You can come for a walk with me any time.
I love your recommendation to savor the sunrise moments when we have them and then they are ours to revisit adn remind us when we don’t have them.
Thanks, Wendy. It works for me, and I hope it does for you, too.
I am enjoying reading this! Love your perspective..Such good reminders for finding joy.
Thanks for stopping by, Eileen. The more I explore this subject the more I find myself smiling. I’m glad you are enjoying the series.
Amen! I, too, love slipping out on my front porch with my coffee and my Bible before the sun comes up. That time alone with God keeps me hopeful and centered for the rest of the day.
Agreed! There is nothing like that alone-time with Jesus. Thanks for visiting, Anita.