Driving across the country and being reminded of God's greatness

There's something wonderful about driving through the vast open country.  Especially those parts that are uncluttered by man-made structures such as buildings or billboards.  The occasional billboard just seemed so out of place and only served to get in the way of the spectacular view.  Only when we were looking for a place to eat or a rest stop to stretch our legs and let the kids run and play. were we glad to have signs pointing out the way.

The bluest skies, filled with puffy, white clouds were a constant reminder of the greatness of God.  And the rolling hills, towering mountains and even the flat plains stretching as far as the eye could see, caused me to reflect on how big this earth, this world and especially my God really are.

It was often a time of worship, reflection and praise as I drove along in my car.

I was only occasionally interrupted by the cries of a certain little sweetie who could only take so much of sitting still in a car seat.  Although a DVD player, juice cup, blankee, pacy, and all the snacks a little girl could possibly want were constantly provided, there just comes a point where a rest stop is the only thing a mom can dream about.  Isabel did surprisingly well on this trip.  She was such a trooper!

I was reminded again of God's greatness this past Sunday evening, as our small group gathered to share a time of prayer and testimonies.  A man prayed for the sale of our home in South Carolina.  During his prayer he acknowledged that God does indeed "own the cattle on a thousand hills" (Psalm 50:10).  My heart swelled to think of the truth of it and of God's majesty.  All of the earth and everything in it belongs to our God!  It is not too hard a thing for him to provide a buyer for our house or to do anything else for that matter.

I thought of all the cattle we saw on our drive on Interstate 80.  Cattle that dotted the many hills spread out within our view.  Though we drove from east to west, I don't think I saw anywhere close to a thousand hills or even a hundred hills with cattle.  Bur how vast and how numerous are the many things that are under the care and watchful eye of God!

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Remember how great God is and how everything he chooses to do in your life is motivated by the most amazing love and goodness you can possibly imagine.

You are good and do good; 

teach me your statutes.

Psalm 119:68