It was the beginning of a new year. January 1, 2012 and there I was in the middle of my room dancing to the sounds of Marvin Sapp chrooning from my cd player. I lifted my hands above my head and became overwhelmed by the wonder of it all. I could do this, I could dance! Dont get me wrong, I am by no means a professional dancer. I cant even say that I know how to do anything great, but before God yesterday I was in my element. I can't imagine not being able to do this, and yet I knew that there are some who could not. My sister for one, my cousin another. Right now my sister is still recovering from a back injury. My cousin is dealing with MS and is not able to move around as he would like. So as i thought on these things I could feel the tears streaming down my face. I can dance before Jesus. I can raise my hands and sway around in praises to Him. I did it for me and for all those whom I Loved that were unable to do this.
But soon it became too much for me and I felt compelled to fall before Him. His glory filled my room and I fell to my knees. My dance had ended, and I sobbed before Him. Oh God, I was so grateful to be there, to have His audience. I was overwhelmed by it all. That feeling engulfed me and I doubt that I said anything intelligent. I dont think it mattered what I said. What mattered was that He was there and I was there. I could not think of another way to celebrate the beginning of a new year. I know, to some it sounds idiotic. I was alone physically and I had no substance to "add" or enhance the merriment. But I was thrilled and for me this memory will last a life time and beyond. I danced before my King. Whatever could be better?
How true, we sometimes forget the "seemingly simple" blessings God bestows on us each and everyday.
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