May. 4, 2007 - Better day's comin'
This week has been filled with confrontation and accusation. All around nasty adolescent adult behavior has been a part of my life in ways that I can not recall experiencing since ... NEVER! The closest thing I can think of was in Junior High! And more than once this week, I've had these sensory memories of the halls of that old school building that has long been demolished. It made me question my own judgement in people, regret a few things I said, but more things I left unsaid, pray for clarity and begged the Lord to cover the evil that trying to destroy the lives around me.
But at the same time, it made me thankful I serve a God that's available 24/7, have a load of friends who kneel at the foot of the same cross, hold me accountable when I fail, lift me up when I'm weak, make me laugh when the tears have flowed for too long, but comfort me when they still continue to fall.
Tonight a few came together with our kids. And what I saw was beautiful. Words of encouragement, a call for change, a plea for grace ... and a beat that surrounded my soul. Hands lifted high ... and joy on the faces of kids that I'm proud to know. Kids that extend mercy and compassion and don't ask for anything in return.
Yeah, a better day's comin'