Beyond the Pink Roses.
As I meditated on Psalm 57 this morning, I was struck by the psalmist's heartfelt cry of gratitude. "Be merciful to me, O God, be merciful to me! For in you my soul takes refuge," he writes (Psalm 57:1). These words resonated deeply within me, for I have experienced the merciful kindness of our Heavenly Father time and time again. Like the psalmist, I have known the darkness of feeling overwhelmed and forsaken. But I have also known the radiant joy of discovering God's presence in the midst of turmoil. When we genuinely encounter Jesus, our perspective shifts. The scales fall from our eyes, and we begin to see the wonders of God's love and redemption. Gratitude is a hallmark of the Christian life. It's not merely a feeling but a choice – a choice to acknowledge God's sovereignty and goodness in all circumstances. In a world where reciprocity often drives relationships, God's love stands apart. He gives without expectation of return, lavishing us with b...
