By Bayta Schwarz
"Written when my birthday and social distancing coincided."
“Give thanks to the Lord, for He is good;
His love endures forever.
When I’m forced to stay at home on a beautiful spring day, I am thankful that green has just started to appear on the bushes and trees outside my window. What a wonderful reminder of seasons changing, and of new life appearing out of what looked dead.
Give thanks to the Lord, for He is good;
His love endures forever.
When I’m away from family and friends, and not able to celebrate with them in person, I am thankful for technology that allows us to connect from a distance. I am beyond thankful for the many lives I’ve had the privilege of connecting with. What a joy, a blessing, and an encouragement every person is. What a gift to have so many people I miss being around! We will be back to fun places around Berlin!
Give thanks to the Lord, for He is good;
His love endures forever.
When fear and sadness and loss seem to take over, I am thankful I can be real with You. Your throne is a throne of grace and you invite me to come as I am. I am thankful you promise to be with me. I am thankful you are still God, and all this is not a surprise to you.
You are my God, and I will praise you;
you are my God, and I will exalt you.
Give thanks to the Lord, for He is good;
His love endures forever.
God works powerfully in missions through disability and not in spite of it.
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Empathy is about giving the gift of true, engaged listening.
During this time of global pandemic, if there is a word worthy to underline – and which brings to light thousands of people’s selfless commitment to risk their lives and serve unconditionally with their time and resources – it is the word generosity.
A lovely encouraging Psalm of praise!
Thank you so much, Helen!
Lovely post, Bayta and so wonderful that you’re praising in the midst of the challenges. There is so much still to be grateful for. I’m thankful you were born. So great to see your writing being shared! 🙂 Many blessings.