THE UPPER ROOM DEVOTIONAL 27TH DECEMBER 2024, FRIDAY MESSAGE
Read The Upper Room Devotional 27th December 2024 written by Belinda Jo “B. J.” Mathias (Mississippi, USA)
TOPIC: Unexpected Beauty
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Today’s Reading
Jeremiah 17:5-8
Whatsoever things are true, whatsoever things are honest, whatsoever things are just, whatsoever things are pure, whatsoever things are lovely, whatsoever things are of good report; if there be any virtue, and if there be any praise, think on these things. – Philippians 4:8 (KJV)
Today’s Message
After weeks of high temperatures followed by torrential rainfall, the sun rose on a calm, clear morning. The blue sky was sprinkled with white fluffy clouds. I decided to take a walk. Nestled among tall pines and pecan trees, our pond seemed like the perfect place to begin. The sounds of birdsong and splashing fish and turtles were a symphony of nature. The colorful flowers and deep, green grass created a soft blanket across the ground.
But the prettiest blooms around our pond were never planned. No expert gardener prepared the soil or planted the seeds. Most folks would call them weeds, but I don’t see it that way. I see a wonderful gift of unique and beautiful blooms.
We can enjoy many things in life that were never planned. Sometimes we walk paths we never thought we would. But just as the wildflowers bloomed and brought joy, the unexpected in our lives can bring a joy all its own. Even when we encounter the unforeseen, we can trust God to walk with us.
Today’s Prayer
Gracious Father, help us to find the beauty in the midst of change and challenges. Thank you for your deep and abiding love and presence. In Jesus’ name. Amen.
Thought for the Day
With God’s help, I can find beauty in the unexpected.
Prayer Focus
Those facing something unexpected
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