Mar 22 Martha's Musings

I was working on a craft project at our dining table last night, and I saw the most amazing sight. Our dining room adjoins the living room, and I looked up and through a slit in the living room blinds, I saw a part of the sunset. As I rounded the table, more of the sunset appeared through that small slit, that one little blind just a tad out of place. By now I was hooked and lunged toward the back door to get a better look. And believe me, fellow church members, what I saw did not disappoint me. The vision before me – this perfect, glorious sunset – was stunning. The vibrant colors of orange, pink, medium blue from the surrounding sky, with streaks of pink and purple, made me catch my breath. It is so obvious that our natural world, with ABSOLUTELY NOTHING DONE BY MAN – is more impressive than any piece of art found in any museum. And it is completely free! We can see these gorgeous sunsets every single day, completely free of charge, for no other reason other than Our Creator loves us. He loves us despite our numerous shortcomings, failings, lack of appreciation for all He has given us, lack of faith, repeatedly disappointing Him, etc. He is the best Father anyone could ever have, and lucky little us, HE IS OUR FATHER! So tonight, open your blinds, step outside, and see the gift to all of us from God. And for another treat, do the same thing tomorrow morning. Just look in the opposite direction. Our God thought of everything!

Blessings,
Martha Arizpe, St. John’s Prayer Team