All too often, because we get so busy about our life, our desires or even our trials; we focus on self instead of focusing on God. As we do, we become more distraught, angry, or depressed with the world around us. Sometimes, we stand demanding that it is the fault of everyone else; when, in truth, it is our own lack of Grace. You see, I cannot overflow with God’s Joy, Grace, or Love; unless, I actively am coming to His Fountain of Living water to be filled. If I truly love Him, I will seek and savor Him; above all else. My prayer would be: Lord, Open My Eyes each day that I might see You as my greatest treasure.
Furthermore, God will not leave His Children there in the desert parched for Him. He will do whatever it takes to rip our hands free from those things we clutch so tightly to of this world; so, that, we might focus on Him. God knows He is our ONLY hope of Joy, Love, Peace, and Glory! There is nothing on this earth that can truly satisfy our soul, apart from Him.
A QUESTION OF LOVE
So, the question truly is: Do I love God? If so, wouldn’t I want to spend time alone with Him every chance I get? When I get too busy with the cares of this world, I will become anxious, withdrawn and distraught. Furthermore, fears will begin to overtake my life. However, when I am focused on Him; even the storms of this life cannot steal my joy, hope and faith.
My heart bleeds for those of this world who do not know Him. I cannot imagine a day without God’s loving Spirit to comfort me. It is no wonder so many have no idea how to display tolerance, love, or kindness; though, this is all they speak of wanting in the world. Without God, how can they understand?
This is why I wrote for you today this song.
LORD, Open My Eyes Each Day to See
By Effie Darlene Barba
We hurry here and scurry there
No thought of God, our friend
We think this world important now
Our life will never end
Our words and thoughts important, right
While anger grows within
“For I deserve a better life”
Our pride bequests our sin
Chorus:
LORD, open my eyes each day to see
Your Glory bright surrounding me
That I might cast aside my pride
And in Your Righteousness, Abide
Oh LORD, the more I know of you
The more my heart desires to see
And as Your glory grows within
Then, less I think of me
Your Word, it draws me closer in
Transforming my life’s view
Until Your precious, wondrous face
Is All that I pursue
Chorus:
LORD, open my eyes each day to see
Your Glory bright surrounding me
That I might cast aside my pride
And in Your Righteousness, Abide
Amazing Grace that draws me near
Sometimes through trials dark
Whate’er it takes, my God please bring
Your flames of love to spark
Let fires of passion for your word
Take o’er this heart of mine
Until to darkest night of men
Your Love and Glory Shine
Chorus:
LORD, open my eyes each day to see
Your Glory bright surrounding me
That I might cast aside my pride
And in Your Righteousness, Abide
CONCLUDING THOUGHTS
Spending time daily in God’s presence is essential to living a life that displays His love, His Joy, and His Grace to a world in need. He, alone can transform the human heart to be able to truly love a world filled with such division, evil, anger and hate. Yet, even those of us who proclaim that we are Christians, too often fill our lives with so much that keeps us from Him; instead, of seeking Him first. Ah, but He will bring you closer by whatever means it takes; if you truly are a believer. However, if you never feel Him drawing you near or your own heart doesn’t mourn to be near Him; I would suggest you stop whatever you are doing right now and bow before His throne of Grace.
Our Cry should be that of David in Psalm 119:18 “ Open thou mine eyes, that I may behold wondrous things out of thy law.” Or Psalm 42:1-2 “As the hart panteth after the water brooks, so panteth my soul after thee, O God. My soul thirsteth for God, for the living God: when shall I come and appear before God?”
[tweetthis]Oh LORD, the more I know of you The more my heart desires to see[/tweetthis]
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[tweetthis]LORD, open my eyes that I might see, Your beauty and Grace bestowed on me[/tweetthis]
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©Effie Darlene Barba, 2017
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