Grateful Heart

As the Lord has placed each of us on a journey I think it's important to remember the path we travel on. Whether it leads us to another road or to our destination, the road traveled is important to be reminded of. It's my hope that this blog will be used not to solely share with others my thoughts, but rather to keep a recollection of all of the pit-stops and winding roads this journey is taking me on. Regardless of if you know me, are a passenger, or just a bystander I hope it will serve as a window into my heart and allow you to see not only a sinner thankful for the work of a Savior, but see the beautiful scene of a Savior who's undying love is displayed for all of humanity with each new day.
View From a Grateful Heart

This morning at church I was packing up my bible and notebook when a member of the church who is from India asked me if he could see the notebook I was writing in (pictured above). I of course gave it to him and he immediately started chuckling. He then asked me if I could speak Malayalam (language of southern India) and as much as I wish I could I told him I couldn't. He then said the notebook I was using (which is made of recycled paper from India) was a news article written about using your cell phone as a credit card. We laughed and I shared that the notebook was given to me from a dear friend as a gift due to my affection for recycled goods and anything culturally diverse. Who knew the pad of paper would be a gateway to a new friendship and such a staggering reminder that the Lord is humorous, intentional, and has exceptional timing.

My purpose for sharing this specific story is because we then began discussing his culture and upbringing, realizing that we were both raised in similar faith backgrounds. Through our conversation I was so appreciative of my time spent talking with Sunny because it was something small like a notebook that created a conversation leading to the Gospel and our appreciation for where the Lord is directing us in our lives both with and towards Christ. Being from a common faith upbringing we were able to relate with many struggles and hardships we have had through the course of our maturing spirits. Ultimately it was refreshing to speak of hardships and joys, all the while keeping the focus on the grace we have found in our Redeemer.

My heart is humbled by what may be to some an insignificant conversation, my spirit is swimming in love for the work of Christ, and my prayers are thirsting to be filled with more faith in the ever-present and all-knowing God I serve.

In Him,
This grateful heart