When is the last time I reacted to Christ the way my daughter, Brooke, reacted when she saw her gifts Christmas morning? I loved watching her throw her hands up and from the depths of her happy heart exclaim, "Wow! This is great!" As her parent, seeing her unreserved joy just made me want to give her more good gifts.
I think God is the same way. So, today, I'm giving God my unreserved joy. I'm going to refuse to focus on the distractions and aggravations that will surely tug for my attention.
Instead of looking at the bright sun and hot temperatures and complaining about it being sticky and muggy... I'm going to throw my hands in the air and thank God for the warmth that allows things to grow green and beautiful.
Instead of mentally beating myself up for once again not having a car that is washed and clean, I'm going to throw my hands in the air and praise God I have a car that gets me where I need to go.
Instead of focusing on the cellulite and stretch marks on my hips, I'm going to throw my hands in the air and praise God for the privilege of being able to participate in the miracle of life.
And instead of rolling my eyes when my husband gives me that 'romantic look' tonight, I'm going to throw my arms around him and tell him how thankful I am to have a man like him to love. (Maybe I should have you pray he doesn't have heart failure in that moment...smiles!)
Today will be my "joy" day as I focus on seeing the many, many gifts God has for me and thank Him for each and every one. Lord, forgive me for not rejoicing and worshipping you more. May this one day commitment become the permanent attitude of my heart. "Wahhhhoooooo. Wow, God... You are Great!"
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