I serve such a wonderful king. Every morning about five
thirty, I get to have an appointment with Him. The thing is I know He has
millions of other subjects and billions of other concerns to attend to, but
when my soft musical alarm chimes, I feel such a drawing to the throne room of
Adonai.
How can it be that He makes me feel so special? How can it
be that He can make me feel like I am the only one in the universe and that He
loves me so much? I know every single one of you can and hopefully do feel the
same way. Regardless of what time of day you send a prayer dart His way He is
sure to catch it,
Make an appointment early in the morning. Don’t worry, it
won’t interrupt my time. There is something about the dawning of a new day
which is so…perfect for meeting with our beloved Saviour and Guide because
there aren’t so many distractions, yet.
Here’s my formula, but maybe something else will be more
satisfying for you.
I head to the recliner in the living room, put my feet up,
and let the warmth of His presence flow over me. He feels so real, so kind and
it’s a great time to thank Him for always being there. We travelled part way
across Canada this summer, but He was there ever km (mile) of the way. We went
to Africa last summer and lo He was still so close. How can I feel fear of anything for very long with the blessed
assurance of His comforting presence?
After praising Him for a few minutes it’s time to look up a
topic in our chain reference Bible or continue on a topic I had been studying
other mornings. I find a verse, and invariably the surrounding verses catch my
attention also. Soon I haul out the good old Matthew Henry’s commentary and
more wonderful jewels are uncovered for the day.
Of course during this devotional time there is plenty of
opportunity during meditation to share with the Father whatever burdens or
decisions might be weighing on my mind.
I know Adonai is never in a rush, but unfortunately I have
to have a different time schedule. Writing this is encroaching on my ‘sweet
hour of prayer’. I want to quickly send this off so I can worship at the feet
of our holy Adonai. Meet me there!
