O sing to the Lord a New song,
for he has done marvelous things.
~Psalm 98:1~
~~~~~~~The Baby sits in the middle of his super-duper play saucer, propped upright by a towel around his middle, his feet dangling in the air. His eyes are wide open, and his head just can't stop moving as his gaze darts from toy to toy.
Within seconds, he starts wailing. It's all just too much. The wealth of amusing and developmentally helpful plastic objects has overwhelmed him with choices.
As the new year begins and we contemplate what we want to make of it, our reaction may be similar to the baby's. Evidence of our faults surrounds us, and opportunities for growth and change overwhelm us. Which way should we go? What should come first?
The psalmist give us a different idea. Instead of beginning with scrutiny, why not star5t this year with a new song: one of openhearted praise?***
Lord, I thank you for my life and for the chance to grow that this new year brings.from A Catholic Woman's Book of Daysby May Welborn
It seems when I can't find the words to express what I want to say, the Holy Spirit guides me to the location where the answer awaits. Thanks be to GOD!
This is so true for me at the new year. So many things I want to improve on or do differently. So many choices! Where do I begin? Start with praise! Thank you for sharing this and thanks for stopping by my site! Have a wonderful new year!
ReplyDeleteYou have a lovely blog site. I love the name. Many Blessings to you and your family in 2008! Thanks for visiting my blog the Daily Grotto, come back and see me soon. Kathy
ReplyDeletePraise be to God, indeed. Your post reminds me of my new year day outing and as the bus enters into the castle district there is a church right by the gates. In very large letters on its front it declares: A Mighty Fortress is Our God. No matter what mood I'm in when I get on that bus, when I glance that sign, it is such an uplifting reminder. :)
ReplyDeleteLisa, you are so right. Praise him and then sometimes we know "where" to begin.
ReplyDeleteKathy, many happy returns and will now doubt visit again.
Isadora, the song, too, is emboldening. "...a bulwark never failing." Givec comfort and courage at the same time.
Thank you all for you visit. You're welcome anytime.
Oh I Like this alot:0)
ReplyDeleteLet's open our hearts, absolutly, completly! Throw open the windows and let the light come flooding in. What a wonderful New Year meditation.
Thankyou
Suzyxx
I always, always love the beginning of the New Year and see it as a beautiful gift, one which is full of promise, beauty, and growth.
ReplyDeleteHave a wonderful day and a blessed New Year!
God bless.