If you’re a long-time blog reader, you know that my husband and I sit on our front porch together every morning. We read Jesus Calling by Sarah Young and a few verses of Scripture. We talk little bit, and then we pray.
Nothing complicated, but oh, so powerful.
One Saturday in February, he had an early meeting, so I porch partied alone. Normally, being on the porch is such a peaceful experience.
But in less than 60 seconds, I broke one of our porch party rules. We aren’t supposed to say anything negative.
I didn’t actually SPEAK any negative words, but I let a few negative thoughts creep in.
A pale gray sky.
No sun this morning.
Probably going to rain.
Can’t stay out here long.
Better hurry.
I have a ton of work to do.
I wasn’t dwelling on problems, but I wasn’t porch partying. I wasn’t worshiping. I had a busy day ahead and zipped right past God.
Then Thelma and Ellie joined me.
Thelma hopped up on the banister and twirled a few Easter eggs. She pawed the bird’s nest and chewed on a twig. She knocked out a plastic egg and watched it spin.
Ellie couldn’t wait for her to jump down so they could play.
Then it hit me.
Thelma and Ellie weren’t hurrying to do to the next important thing.
This was the important thing.
Celebrating the morning together.
Just like when we spend time with God.
Right then, I started my porch party all over again.
1. I remembered God’s faithfulness.
2. I remembered how much He loves me.
3. I thanked Him, and then I thanked Him some more.
Before I went inside, the most glorious thing happened. The sun came out.
When I praised God, the Son broke through and peace replaced every speck of gray. (Click to tweet.)
If you have a minute, porch party with me. If you can’t see the video below click here.
Thou will keep him in perfect peace whose mind is stayed on Thee, Isaiah 26:3.
Have you discovered that praise brings peace?
What are you praising Him for today?
Love,
Julie
