A View of the Horizon

I live in a part of the world that has some of the most beautiful sunrises and sunsets there is.  There are times when they are so brilliant that they cause me to stop and catch my breath. 

It's important that we have these moments, those times when we can stop and breathe in the beauty that surrounds us.  But there is something even more important about these moments, something that helps us to live well in trying times.  When we stop and receive the stunning views of a horizon that is vibrantly displaying its glory, we find ourselves offered a gift. . .a gift of hope.  It's like what you are seeing in the distance is inviting you to be changed in that moment.  You can begin to see your life as something bigger than only the immediate, no matter what it is that you are going through.  It gives you a sense that you are part of something bigger than just you, and bigger than just now, and it can bring a sense of meaning and purpose that goes beyond your circumstances.

This is what it means to see your life as part of a timeline that is heading somewhere with intent.  This is what it means to catch a glimpse of your life as connected to a greater 'voice' that is somehow revealing itself as having the power and the plan to lead your life forward.  This is what it means to experience a moment of peace, knowing that something, or someone, has you in hand.

As a follower of Jesus Christ, I believe my life is part of something just like I described.  I can see my current circumstance and get pretty down, but then I am reminded of my life's horizon, and that view is enough to wake me up to something much better.

The voice of the One who has already designed my life's horizon says to me "Yes, I am coming soon." In that short declaration Jesus shows me that my life is much more than just my current challenges, and He gives me perspective to see that things are going to be OK.

Sometimes we need to get a view of the horizon in our lives to help us see the big picture.  Today I want to encourage you to let Jesus show you the horizon He has in mind for you, because it will be one that takes your breath away.

Many blessings on you friends. .  .

B