Stop, Look and Listen

Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life, And I will dwell in the house of the Lord Forever.
Psalm 23:6 NKJV

We don't always see goodness and mercy on the path we're on. At least, not immediately... However, have you taken the time to look back after you've gotten through a particularly tough time? As is often the case, if we will take the time to specifically look for the evidence of God's fingerprints on our lives, we will see them all over everything that concerns us. 

As we go about doing our Father's business, He is working ALL things for our good. Even if the path you're on right now is dark and dreary - stop, look and listen for His goodness and mercy. They are following you, pursuing you, and they will find you. Be intentional about putting Him first and staying in His presence. 

Prayer:

Father,
             We pray as Saint Benedict prayed, "O gracious and holy Father, Give us wisdom to perceive You, intelligence to understand You, diligence to seek You, patience to wait for You, eyes to see You, a heart to meditate on You, and a life to proclaim You, through the power of the spirit of Jesus Christ our Lord. In Jesus' Name we pray. Amen