Father in heaven

Father’s Day Sunday, June 16, 2019 (5:55 a.m.)

Holy God and Father,

Happy Father’s Day!

(6:31 a.m.)

Mm. And here I sit. Contemplating You as my God and Father in heaven.

Blessed Holy God, how I thank You for actually being my Father in heaven. We are so blessed to having been created and loved by You.

Thank You that in considering You as my Father in heaven, I am led again to revisit Jesus’ Sermon on the Mount (Matthew 5:1-12). Here we are presented with the blessings that stem from living our lives Your way. Thanks Dad!

The Message presents Jesus’ teaching about Salt and Light (vs. 13-16) by saying, “Let me tell you why you are here.” Yes, please.

“You’re here to be salt-seasoning that brings out the God-flavors of this earth. If you lose your saltiness, how will people taste godliness? You’ve lost your usefulness and will end up in the garbage. Here’s another way to put it: You’re here to be light, bringing out the God-colors in the world. God is not a secret to be kept. We’re going public with this, as public as a city on a hill. If I make you light-bearers, you don’t think I’m going to hide you under a bucket, do you? I’m putting you on a light stand. Now that I’ve put you there on a hilltop, on a light stand - shine! Keep open house; be generous with your lives. By opening up to others, you’ll prompt people to open up with God, this generous Father in heaven.”

Oh blessed, holy Father God. I long to be flavorful. Shining. Generous. And opened up to others so they will open up to You.

Yes Father. Your ARE our Father in heaven. It’s Father’s Day and we long to honor and serve You as You so rightly deserve.

Thank You for the privilege of loving You and calling You ours. Use us exactly as You know is best. As salt. And light. Thanks Dad. Happy Father’s Day. Amen.

(348 words ~ 7:40 a.m.)