Seize the day

My favourite moments in a day are those that capture the stillness of the day, when I'm waking early in the morning and its still quiet everywhere; and when I'm tucked up in bed allowing peace to envelope my slumber. They are times when my honesty is clearest, my thoughts are before God, nothing is hidden from His eyes. My sleep and my awake enjoy His company.

Refresh

Driving from New Plymouth to Auckland takes about 6 hours with regular stops to take in the magnificent scenery. I took a rest at the beautiful Awakino River in the Mangaotaki Gorge, middle of NZ's North Island. It's a hot summers day and it was refreshing to enjoy the drop in temperative beside the river and that fresh crispness in the air. The river reminds me of our movement through life, in a healthy way, removing the debris and clearing away any hold on the past.... as long as we are willing to let go and be guided by our purpose.

A Psalm

It's been a time...
To unwind and appreciate life
To reflect on the past and forgive myself
To seek my Creator with all that I am, to listen and be heard
To connect in closer ways with the people I love
To find meaning in the present
To caste vision and gain perspective that seemingly guides my future
To understand the limitations of my humaness
To learn to trust more
To worship in abandonment like no-one is watching but the One it is for
To experience joy in every part of my being, that just can't be contained!

What are you hoping for?

Amidst the New Years celebrations, this is a time of quiet reflection for me.
What of the past year can I fully appreciate?
What dreams have yet to be fulfilled?
Am I living true to my priorities?
Take a closer look at the rudder that stears the ship.
Become very clear about the direction the rudder is heading.
What will this picture look like one year on?

My legacy: input, impart and impact
Fulfill this New Year!