Lent, Day 4: He never leaves me

So it’s been one of those full, busy days where I don’t seem to think of God as often as in the most recent days. This used to really bother me, so much so that I had another reason to beat myself up. But as we discussed yesterday, that is not a helpful habit, nor is it a habit indicative of a loving God.

Tonight, as I struggled to think of something to write at the last minute, I was glad I had just remembered the extent of His grace yesterday. He helped as well when I quietly asked His forgiveness for having a less than prayerful attitude today, for hardly focusing on Him as I went about my errands. After this quick, simple prayer I was gently reminded of just how many times I thought of Him today – As I read in the car the characters reminded me of His unconditional, sacrificial love. When the sun kept getting in the way as it set I was reminded of who put it there. As “Transatlanticism” played during an episode of “Parenthood” I remembered how desperate I am for Him and His love. As I sketched capes for a friend’s wedding I remembered how grateful I am for the people He’s put in my life and for the talent and skill He gave me. And when the impossible was proven possible as my sister and I finally watched the last episode of “Extreme Makeover: Home Edition” I recalled all the times He has put this message in front of me over the last few weeks. After all that, how could I deny His presence in my day? How could I deny having a constant conversation with Him? And isn’t that what a prayerful attitude is all about? Praise God that once we invite Him into our day-to-day living, like a true gentleman He is always there!