Clay in the Hands

This Sunday, I will be preaching from Matthew 7:9-11. In these verses, Jesus teaches us that God’s gifts are the best. He points out that we are fallen creatures and even we know the difference between good gifts and gifts that leave much to be desired. So how much more does God know how to give the best gifts!

As I reflect today on the goodness of God, I think about grace, salvation, love, joy and peace. These are all gifts He offers to those who want them. God knows our needs and He is ready and able to meet them. We just need to remember that there is a difference between need and want. It is so easy to take His goodness for granted.

When I think of God’s goodness, I now have a little different perspective than I did just a few months ago. Just over a month ago, I was introduced to a very special person who is a living and breathing example of God’s goodness.

Meet Harper Louise.

Some of you have been wondering why I have not posted about my grand daughter before now. Here is my first of many posts I am sure. God has blessed us in so many ways as a family. And now we have a new blessing. When I held Harper the first time, I was reminded of the miracle of birth and life. I was reminded that God has a plan and that we are invited into that plan in whimsical and fascinating ways. It is a part of the journey.

When I look at Harper, I am reminded that God is good. His goodness can be found in every direction we look. The key is to look.

So, in the words of Jesus, “Ask and it will be given to you; seek and you will find; knock and the door will be opened to you.” (Matthew 7:7)

The Father’s goodness is all around us. Where will you look for it today?

I know one place I will find it and I’ll get to hold her at the end of this week!

God is so good!