That Key...!

Each morning when I come to spend time with God, I am looking for the "key" - that thought or trigger that opens my heart and mind to a deep and beautiful connection with him. It's different every time. And sometimes I don't find it - which is still ok - I know he's still there and the "meeting" still precious.

It's just like being with your closest friend - the one who knows the deepest secrets of your life. Sometimes it's warm, affectionate fun, or just comfortable time together. But those times where you open up and share things close and intimate - those are the moments that tie you closer! And I'm always looking for those! Because I've had a taste of how wonderful that is - and I'm always hungry for more.

And so I come. And I sit. And listen. And actually see what is around me! And I allow my mind to explore thoughts that might lead to that "unlocking". And rather than begin with a formal style, I try to remember that I'm spending time with my best friend! And I speak to him the way I would to a precious one beside me! Tell him what I love about him! What I love about what he's given me! Let him know how much I love those deep connections with him! How much I want to learn and know him more! Because despite knowing him for so long, I still feel like I'm a toddler at this! And my heart and mind still trip over the stumbling blocks I find here. And I need him working in the deepest parts of me, to bring out the beauty in me that he designed to be there.

I'm tempted sometimes, to rush into the requests I have, for people I love who need him. And when that happens, he finds a gentle way to reset my time with him the way it should be. Him first. Always him first. Because that changes the way I see everything! And it changes the way I bring those requests.

So this morning - here I am again. Looking for that key. And it seems this time it is to journal how I come to him. Writing things down brings more clarity for me. That's why my blog! And maybe I hope that something I share can help someone else too. Happy Sabbath guys!!! Hope you find a beautiful way of connecting today!! ❤️

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