I think the toughest part of life is that we all want to have a reason to move into a new day. This past week, I met a friend who has mental health struggles. Arising from bed in the morning is no easy task. Having friends who care and expectations from a job give at least some incentive. Even then, the struggle is great.
As I reflected on his life, I am reminded that each day is a gift. Opening the day means that we are shown what is ours, and we are reminded that our task is to grab the gift – not just look at it.
I suppose for some the hesitation comes from disappointment or even violence when they have sought out a gift. For others of us, we are so distracted with the ruts we have created in life we miss the better path. For my friend, the imbalance of chemicals may create a fog as he seeks the gift of a new day.
May we all enter this new day trusting that God, who is good, will give to us a great gift of a new day. This is the day the Lord has made, we will rejoice and be glad in it.
Someone we both know has been greatly affected lately, I’ve noticed, by the imbalance of chemicals. They may do some good but so change their incentives in life. A sound mind is such a blessing. I pray for God’s blessing and mercy on needy people.