Rejoice!!

One of the most important lessons we can ever learn is to enjoy every day of our lives as we look forward to the future. One of my greatest desires is to see people thoroughly enjoy the quality of life Jesus decided to give us- not to just read about it or talk about it, but to walk in it and experience it as a daily reality. Many people, including myself are extremely goal oriented. We are so focused on tomorrow that we often fail to appreciate and enjoy today because we are always thinking ahead, looking to the next event, working to complete the next assignment, and seeing what we can check off of our to-do-lists. Our fast-paced, high pressure society urges us to accomplish as much as we can as quickly as we can-so we can then accomplish even more. Over the years, I have learned that the intense pursuit of one goal after another can cause us to miss out on some of the enjoyment life offers us. God does have purposes and plans He wants us to fulfill during the course of this life but He also wants us to enjoy and make the most of everyday we live. I thank you Lord for reminding me this morning to recognize the small things and take joy in each moment. I repent for letting it all rush by me and not noticing the importance of each moment that you have blessed me with. Today is the day You have given me and I will rejoice and be glad in it!