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“What is your life?  For you are a mist that appears for a little time and then vanishes.”  James 4:14b (ESV)

Hand in hand the trio walked down the sidewalk and right in the middle was the sweetest toddler holding on tight.  Her tiny, soft  fingers intertwined in the young mom and her friend’s hand. Took my breath away to remember what it was like when little feet walked with mine.   Slowly strolling down the sidewalk hand in hand was another trio. Right in the middle was the cutest white haired lady holding on tight.  Her wrinkled fingers intertwined in adult hands on both sides of her.  Took my breath away to glimpse what life may one day be like.

Brief – this journey of life on earth.  Breathing in and breathing out.  Birth evolves and life happens.  And all those days in between, well that’s where we land – a mist for a brief time.

So sweet friends what are we doing with these moments – pockets of time ever fleeting?

Scripture reminds us that no man knows the moment or hour when Christ will return (Matthew 24:36-37).   No one knows the number of their days in this journey (Psalm 139:16).  The unknowns invite us to redeem the power found in every day – to live as if it’s our last.

My calendar is full.  My plans all encompassing.  Dreams surpass me.  Yet all is wasted if I spend my days tirelessly on things which will fade away.

What is our life?  It’s a gift….one to be opened and redeemed.  It’s a joy…..one to be shared.  It’s a voice…speaking truth.  It’s a heart….giving generously to others.  It’s a song… praising the Giver of life.  It’s an opportunity…to make a difference.  It’s an influence…leading others to the heart of God.  It’s a releasing of will….to surrender.  It’s a leaving behind….to walk in His steps. It’s more than we dare imagine….a mist perhaps….but so much more.

Hand in hand we go through this life.  Clinging to the hope of God’s promises.  Trusting Him to walk every step with us.  Cherishing the moments.  Seizing the day.  Choosing to humbly pursue a life glorifying God.  Entering His presence without regret.

Our days will evaporate fast sweet friends.  We only get one chance to leave this world better than when we arrived.  A lasting influence – a ripple effect – continuing to share God’s love with those we meet.  Let’s not waste a moment.”

“Father, You are the Giver of my days  – help me to steward them well – to glorify You in all those days in between until I see You face to face.”

For His Glory

Janet Martin
TRBC Women’s Life