God has made a world of beauty and drama like the surprise of Red
Spider lilies - flowers I had no idea were in my yard that suddenly
popped up then were gone in two weeks.  How about a sunrise on
the ocean or a full moon shining off a lake.  Or lightening in the sky?  
So much better than fireworks!  And I love a full moon with clouds
wisping across it and the crisp scent of burning leaves.  

There is so much beauty around us that we often fail to take the time to see it, much less
enjoy it.  Everyone seems to be rushing, rushing, rushing with no idea where they are rushing
to - or why.  They might say they are living but I say they are missing the best part of life.








BUT the best thing you can surround yourself with is the presence
of God.  Spend time with Him, read His love letters to you, fellowship,
worship, and just enjoy Him.  Leland and I set aside time every
Tuesday to just worship the Lord.  Sometimes the atmosphere gets
so thick in the room, tears flow from the eyes without us even realizing it.

Psalm 16:8-9 point out that when we put God first, our flesh shall rest in hope - resting is a
peaceful term especially when combined with hope.  The original meaning of the word hope is
hie for refuge - go quickly for refuge - to trust, be confident or sure.

When you are sure God has your back - to protect, deliver, provide, prosper, keep safe - you
can rest.  I love the Living Bible version:




My heart, body and soul are filled with joy!  Wow!  Doesn't that just make you want to surround
yourself with God's presence today?




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I heard a quote the other day, "Surround yourself with things
that are beautiful to you.  They inspire creativity."  I can only
say, "amen."  One of the meanings of the word "beauty" is
decoration so I believe God meant for us to surround ourselves
with decorations that inspire.  After all, He did!
This has inspired me to surround myself with things that are
beautiful  to me.  I love candles and scents.  I love tea lights
that can be dotted all over a room, putting off little glowing
bits of light.  I love tube lights and the soft glow of Christmas
lights.  I especially love friends who encourage me, my son
who grabs life and enjoys it with laughter, and a husband who
surrounds me with the most incredible love!
"I am always thinking of the Lord; and because He is so near, I never
need to stumble or to fall.  Heart, body, and soul are filled with joy!"