John Ortberg is a Pastor in California. Over the years, I have enjoyed his writings as an author. Personally, he seems to write in a way that is easy for me to connect and resonate as a reader. In one of his texts he writes the following, "We are invited to rejoice in every moment of life because every moment of life is a gift. We don't earn it, can't control it, can't take a moment of it for granted. Every tick of the clock is a gift from God. Every day is a Dee Dah Day."
- John Ortberg
Well, the last week or so has not been filled with Dee Dah Days at my house. As I recover from foot surgery and the flu (a lethal combination), things have been rather gloom. (A special thanks to my lovely wife for her care...) However, as I have had the time to lay and think about life, I was reminded of how blessed I really am. In reality, despite the outward circumstances of health, I've had some Dee Dah Days. Rather than commiserate in my "pain", I looked for ways to rejoice in my Savior.
The Psalmist writes, "Satisfy us in the morning with your steadfast love, so that we may rejoice and be glad all our days." (90:14) What satisfies you in the morning? What are you rejoicing in today?
Not sure what your days have looked like recently but I am working hard to be satisfied in our Savior. To be reminded of His love for me and to find some time to rejoice in the Dee Dah Day He has given to me.
At our church over the last two weeks we have had five families experience a loss of a loved one in their family. A vivid reminder of the fragility of life and the reality that each day is a gift. As we have mourned with our brothers and sisters, let it serve as a reminder for all of us that each day is gift from our Creator. He is the giver of life and breath. Have you taken time to rejoice and be satisfied in Him today?
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