I love breathing! I know that sounds very simplistic but I truly am grateful for each breath for multiple reasons. First, it means I am alive. And each breath of life is a gift so each time I breathe, I am still enjoying the gift of life...and I am thankful.
I also love breathing because I know the struggles involved when breathing is not easy. Ten years ago, I was diagnosed with asthma. I didn't think it was too serious at the time. But I have progressed to not only taking major doses of inhalers daily...but I now own a nebulizer. I also have had relatives/friends lose their battle with asthma so I am much more aware of the seriousness of this condition. It is definitely a gift to inhale and exhale...and certainly one I no longer take for granted.
Perhaps one of the greatest reasons I love breathing....is that it comes from God....and reminds me of God. We often hear the phrase that we can't "see God." Well, I understand that phrase and at times, I wish I could see Him face to face. Yet I have seen Him working in and through the lives of others. I have given birth to two precious children and saw the hand of God working in miraculous and protective ways. I have experienced heartache, loss, rejection and uncertainty many times and saw Him leading us through it all in beautiful and blessed ways. So I have no doubt that God exists and loves us unconditionally.
When I inhale and exhale, I may not see breath itself.....but I definitely know that it is present....and that the One I may not see has once again given me another opportunity to serve, love, praise and honor Him. Yes, I love breathing....and I am constantly reminded of His presence, provision and protection.♥~thl
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