November 2010

“This is the day the Lord has made. We will rejoice and be glad in it.”

Psalm 18:24

 

The day began just like any other day. I awoke to the news radio station announcing the time to be 6:00 a.m., although not a slice of sunlight permeated the darkness. I separated myself from the cozy covers of my bed, shuffled down the hallway, and stepped outside to retrieve the newspaper lying on the driveway. However, when I came back inside, I had a smile on my face and a giggle bubbling up inside. For some unknown reason, the theme song of Spongebob Squarepants was rolling around in my mind! Can you imagine waking up and beginning to sing these words:  “Who-o-o lives in a pineapple under the sea—SPONGEBOB SQUAREPANTS!” Now is you were a member of the pre-school set, singing this chorus would be perfectly normal. However, I am well beyond the age to be singing about Spongebob! But, do you know what? It felt so-o-o good to be laughing at 6:00 in the morning; even chilled fresh orange juice, or the best coffee ever couldn’t accomplish THAT task!

 

The bible says in Psalm 2:4, “But the One who rules the heaven laughs.” I am exceedingly and abundantly overjoyed to know that God has a sense of humor. It’s strange how He can so skillfully and lovingly pull the rug out from under me, causing me to fall on my face, when I begin to take my concerns and myself too seriously. I thanked the Lord that morning, as I try to do every morning, for allowing me the opportunity to joyfully celebrate another day with Him. I also asked Him to use me for His glory, in whatever manner He chooses, whether I am gung-ho on the idea or not. With Jesus in my heart, and Spongebob on my mind, it’s bound to be a wonderful day!

 

Our God IS An Awesome God,

 

Carl & Bonnie Friedrich