We are living in days of wars, rumors of wars, racial divisions, and deception. Our eyes view images that deeply impact our souls with grief and horror. It is a time when God’s people are praying prayers of desperation like David prayed in the Psalms. And yet, God has not given us a spirit of heaviness— and He calls us to take time from dwelling on the tragic things of this world in order to gaze and focus our attention upon the beauty of His gifts that surround us.
There is balance and healing for our souls as we take time to realign our lives to peace and beauty.
Just as there is a sabbath each week from our physical work— there too is a sabbath rest from constantly engaging in things that weigh us down or are too difficult for us. Today, I will take the day to fast the news, and social media posts and I will turn my gaze to focus on beauty. I will take time to look upon the autumn leaves and walk upon the…
