A New Thing

Isaiah 43:18-19a, The Message
"Forget about what's happened;
don't keep going over old history.
Be alert, be present. I'm about to do something brand-new.
It's bursting out! Don't you see it?"

This year has been crazy. So many days I just want to stop and think. And when I take the time to do that, I often become upset or bitter or angry. But God says that we are to do the exact opposite!

He says to let it go and ride His ride. He wants me to be present. Today is too much of a gift to be frustrated or hurt by things that happened yesterday. And if I'm so busy looking at the past, I'm going to miss today's gift!

Jesus help me to focus on you and only you. Help my mind and eyes to look toward you and what you have for me today. Open my eyes to see the gifts you have for me today.