Crashing waves

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Today I sat in a wayside along Lake Michigan watching angry waves crash against boulders, spraying high into the air, across four lanes of traffic. Wind was strong, making being outside very challenging. Even though it wasn't particularly cold the wind made it feel much colder. This was a rare sight to see and experience.

I was safe in the car, my wipers kept the view clear. I even took a video of it all, knowing this opportunity and scene will not last forever. After a few minutes I meandered back onto the drive and headed home. 

Tonight at a meeting our discussion turned to God's grace. Theological discussions often don't do a whole lot for me; then I thought back on the day.  Yes, grace. I don't have a good definition of grace but I do know when, in the face of challenge, transition, frustration and "life" that I have felt guided, inspired, protected and loved. 

When our schedules are non-stop, in the fast lane, chasing from one time slot to the next, it often can feel as if we are on a merry-go-round. Sometimes situations occur that we have absolutely no control over.  We have all been there. Our day can actually feel like the raging weather outside. 

I believe today that God's grace inspired me to take a few minutes of pause to stop and watch the magnificence of this beautiful lake.  Sitting in the car, warm and protected, I felt the arms of God wrap around me as if cuddling me in a parent's lap. I had just shared with my husband how busy my schedule was.  These few minutes were what I needed. 

Has your life been like a raging storm? Have you ever been blessed with such a few minutes to realize that a power greater than you has wrapped you in arms of love and inspiration? Have you slowed down long enough to really experience it? Perhaps the next time the weather offers a challenging day, the beauty of a few minutes pause might touch your heart like it did mine today! Yes, amazing. Grace!

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