Jesus...

How is it that we miss you in the simplest of moments?
How is it that we long for you, and yet cannot touch you?

You are the creator of all that is good
You are the light and hope of our dreams
You know us
and yet
you choose
to meet
us

because you love us

still...

"Lord, we are not worthy to receive you.
Jesus, i am not worthy to receive you...
but only say the word and i will be healed."


Today, I heard the confession of a man who is free of a 20+ year struggle with a particular addiction. It wrecked his life, though he deeply loved Jesus throughout his journey. He taught me much about mercy. In his talk, he spoke of this psalm....and that psalm quietly touches my heart tonight...and I'm thinking that even thought i repent of sin, I am clean. Such a strange contrast. Joy in Christ, knowing full well, that judgement is warranted...and yet, there is grace....sufficient, even for me...bless you tonight... or whenever you read this...

I pray you know the deep love of Jesus Christ.

Psalm 51