"If you then, who are evil, know how to give good gifts to your children, how much more will your Father who is in heaven give good things to those who ask him" -Matthew 7:11
My husband and I went away for the weekend. It wasn't something we'd planned, considered, or even thought possible. But, when my brother called and asked us to share their work trip with them, we started calling grandparents to see if they could watch the kids. We even had airline points that were going to expire, so our weekend getaway ended up costing almost nothing!
It was a wonderful weekend, and much needed; once we got there, we realized how much. Everything was perfect- the room, the ocean, the pool, the bike rides, the company... and, the cherry on top of the whole trip was the dolphin, Andre, who swam up to dock we were on to say hello, who allowed us to touch him.
And, the whole weekend we were there, I just felt loved. By my husband, certainly, but also by God. It was one of those moments where you just feel completely seen and understood and cherished. It was a reprieve from the trials, struggles, cares, and uncertainties that have been weighing us down, and we were able to reconnect and remember how much we enjoy each others' company. Truly a gift! I also got to spend the weekend with my brother- my best friend growing up- and my sister-in-law, who I now love so much more after getting to know her better and the gem she is!
None of this was planned, or even seen as a possibility, and yet it happened to be better than we ever could have hoped! As I reflect on it now, it is a beautiful reminder of the blessing it is to know Who orchestrates all things. Even in the midst of uncertainty and fear, at the end of the day we can cling to the knowledge that we have a good God who cares for His children.
I don't know what the future holds, but I know Who holds the future, and I know that this broken world is not all we have to live for. I know that He has promised to make all things new, and our perfect weekend doesn't even compare to what we have to look forward to.
This weekend was a gift- an answer to an unspoken prayer. And, I am so thankful.
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