I had full intentions of waking up, catching the shuttle to Grantham and spending the first half of the day worshiping with the locals at New Life church. Unfortunately my busy little mind seemed to think that the shuttle left 30 minutes later than it actually did. So this morning at 10:45 I stood in an empty courtyard and realized the shuttle was long gone. I no longer had plans.
My friend Erin and I took this humbling inconvenience as a the chance to explore. We soon threw on our hiking boots and sweaters and headed down for a walk by the Grantham canals. The snow that had covered the entire countryside for the past few weeks was washed away last night by warmer temperatures and a morning rain. The sun was shining. It was glorious.
After a few lost ways and directions from a lovely couple taking their dog Maisy out on walk, we found the canals. We spent the morning reveling at the wonders of the bright green earth that had been hidden beneath the snow. Our conversation was so rich as we allowed ourselves to explore, imagine and wonder about the life we have lived and the largeness of life ahead of us.
We ended up walking a good five miles today, and it was exactly what I needed. I was so astounded by how refreshed I was from a good couple of hours spent out in my Lord's creation. I am further reminded of how intentional He is with my heart. He is continually inviting me to recognize His divinity, His goodness, His beauty! While worship in town would have been wonderful, my Lord was inviting me to rest - to slow down, to trust and to be at peace in His presence.
This morning I'm feeling thankful for a love like His, thankful I do not write the plans.
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