Mom Heart Moments #258

You will go out with joy and be led forth with peace; the mountains and the hills will break forth into shouts of joy before you, and all the trees of the field will clap their hands.

YESTERDAY, the Lord prepared a party for me. I almost didn’t go, because I had planned busyness and duties for the hours of my day. But something deep inside spoke to me of His invitation, so I put everything else aside and drove to the party where He was graciously waiting for me. I am so glad I showed up, as He had prepared so very much for me to enjoy. I would have missed out on so much had I ignored the invitation. His decor was exquisite, His design breathtaking. I sat at His table and looked out over what He had crafted for me to enjoy.

The gentle music of wind whispered among the aspen trees, ruffling their glorious gold across the mountainside. Leaves rustling, birds singing, and nature crying out filled my ears with delight and my soul with rest, comfort, assurance, and awe at such beautiful music.

I played amongst the trees, and drank in the sun. Pleasure abounded in my day as I picnicked with Him on the side of a cliff, gloried in my honeycrisp apples, roasted pecans, and strong organic English cheddar —the tastes beyond compare. What a feast, deep therapy to my thirsty soul. An unforgettable memory made with my Father who had prepared so much.

My heart was joyful, and I was hesitant to leave the party. But as I left, I realized, I felt His love so much more deeply than when I had awakened to face my responsibilities earlier that morning. Being at His party had changed everything.

Have you RSVP’d to your invitation yet? You will not regret it!