A Refreshing Gift

Psalm 90:14

O satisfy us early with thy mercy;

that we may rejoice and be glad all our days.

This morning we woke to cool, refreshing temperatures.

The buttoned-up house was about 77* when we awoke,

then we opened everything we could and within 1 hour we were down to 71*!

It was definitely the day to be tidying in the garden.

Even here at noon - the breeze is still cool.

I had waited almost too long to tie tomatoes again, but the deed is done as best I could.

I ripped up greens that had turned bitter in the heat.

I enjoyed cleaning up the flower beds.

The bright blossoms cheer my spirit.

Oh -  but I also found evidence of a terrible cutworm -

I hope I caught it before I lose my pumpkin plant.

Our God is merciful.

I deserve punishment - death and eternal separation from Him in hell.

He does not give me what I deserve.

How often I rejoice and rest in His promise not to give me more than I can bear.

He will give me a way to escape.

Sometimes I want to doubt and question - sinfully wondering if He is keeping track of the trials,

wondering if the escape is there right now or coming soon.

Like a cool morning in the midst of summer - he sends a refreshing.

And it is mercy for EVERYONE!