Brand New

There is a moment, here in my nearly-flat desert, when the sun is just at the horizon and the bright, clean light of a new day blasts squarely on the eastern side of everything. It is an amazing moment. Everything grabs that precious light, absorbs it and then reflects it back to the sun. The tired old buildings suddenly look proud and strong. The plants stand up a little straighter as they reach out to take on that life-giving light. Even the stones and boulders on the ground become more defined - sharper and more perfect. It is a magical and glorious reminder of the newness of this day with its limitless possibilities and potential. I love this moment. It reminds me that this brand new day is a precious gift from God and that He has given me the power to take it, absorb it and reflect it back to the Son. It is an awesome priviledge and a a powerful responsibility. I must not waste it - this gift of the Brand New.