Clouds Clearing

Today, the overhanging "clouds" seem to be less dark, less ready to just open up and pour down rain upon me.  The "unease" that I've been feeling is starting to let up a bit.  The reason, of course, is the Light that is shining through the clouds.   I've had the privilege of spending some quiet time in prayer to the LORD, and I can sense His Presence and feel that He is at work.

This week, He has clearly reinforced the message of how important it is to speak the truth in love.   He's brought it to mind, I've heard it in community group, I've read it...   To me, it is clear that this is a lesson He wanted me to learn; and I do see the benefit of doing so.   I just hope that if I am ever again faced with the need to confront, I will be able to speak the truth lovingly and effectively.

I've also been able to make progress on my "To Do" list.   It's a good feeling to check off tasks that have been continually in the back of my mind.

And, I've started reading "Finding the Life You've Been Looking For - The Surprising Power of Simple Living" by H. Norman Wright.  So far, it's a reminder of the importance of balance, particularly not letting technology complicate and control our lives so much.   I think I do fairly well in maintaining balance; and it's encouraging to reinforce that through what I am reading.