It is 5 am and everyone is asleep. But I can’t wait to go outside. We are at the Kaibab Plateau just outside the North Rim of the Grand Canyon and the sun is rising. The air is a crisp 50 degrees in July and I put on my Merino wool sweater for an appointment with God.
My divine appointment
As I step outside I see the glowing sky with the pink and blue hues. The birds are starting to chirp. The scent is of pine and freshly cut grass with an earthy flavor. But my appointment is even greater than the view. The God of the universe wants to meet with me. his canvas is the sky and his vastness is beyond galaxies. But He is here now and gives me an audience.
Listening to God
As the deer walks across the meadow, I realize that I am on holy ground. My Savior wants to speak with me. He shows me by the beauty all around. What will He say? The mystery unfolds around me as I am warmed by the sun. He is here. The Warrior, the Dread Champion, the Lover, the nurturer, the Father, He meets with me and is present. He whispers my name and calls me to be still. He wants me to experience His Joy, His love and grace. He wants to remind me that I am His son and He is my God. The sun is rising further and sounds emanate from inside my cabin. My time with God alone is coming to a close. But I know He is with me all day long. And I look to meet with Him again tomorrow morning. For His mercies are new every morning. And when I wake up He is there waiting for me.
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