Sanctuary

Notice the new picture I posted.

Some call it the Canadian River Walking Bridge - I call it my Sanctuary.
I love those simple places I can go to escape and hear God. This is one of my favorite.
I walk this bridge almost daily. Usually alone - which I love to do. I have had God download life-giving revelation here. However. some of the best conversations I have ever had have been on this old bridge. I have been encouraged many times while walking with friends here and hopefully have been an encouragement. Whether alone or accompanied by a friend, I have truly experienced worship there. I have laughed, cried and even screamed a few times here. I could write a book on the experiences I have had on that old bridge. The one's where it's just me and God have been so dear.

Notice the day this picture was taken the bridge was soaked with water after a cool refreshing rain. Some days I think I leave that many tears there. It's a place I can leave the tears and feel refreshed.

This old bridge is one of those places I sense others go to escape too. Small town living can be as difficult as it is wonderful at times, but those times I walk and pass by someone I feel - regardless, we are connected. Just think about what a bridge is and what it does -
1. a structure carrying a pathway or roadway over a depression or obstacle
2. a time, place, or means of connection or transition

We all face many obstacles daily. Physical - emotional - spiritual. However, I am encouraged as I embrace the truth that Jesus has bridged the gap between God and man - even our relationships with one another can be healed if we operate in his the same grace and forgiveness he offered to us; and regardless of my shortcomings, messes, screw ups - He has paid the price and bridges us together - carries us over the every depression and obstacle.

I feel more today than ever like I am in the middle of transition -
There is excitement as well as fear in transition. The transition I speak of is not a physical transition but spiritually, into being who he calls me to be.
So, all this to say - Thank you Lord that you are the steadfast bridge that carries us through every obstacle. I will purpose and choose to enjoy the journey.