I stand amazed.

God is doing some crazy things in my life. I think I most struck by how He is revealing the depth and breadth of His love for me.

Last night I was walking home from church. It has been chilly here so I was enjoying the crisp autumn weather. I had broken out the ole' ipod and turned in my books for the day (what I usually use to entertain myself during commutes) for some tunes. I was listening to this beautiful song by Jump, Little Children called Cathedrals, walking down Mass Ave when I came to a family of deer grazing in the grass in front of one of the houses. They were actually blocking my way, I had to turn onto a side road. I know that deer can be aggressive, especially when the young ones are around... and I was certainly outnumbered (channeling 'The Ring' here) so I stood still and just observed for awhile.

Deer remind me of home. There are quite a few in Brunswick County, not quite as many in the city. They seemed so out of place next to one of the busiest roads in the city (although it was a residential section) right up by occupied houses. Yet, it was serene. Just watching them I was reminded of how beautiful animals are.

I had a similar experience on Thursday. At Small Group we talked about God's love for almost two hours. Deborah had brought her new puppy. As we were closing with prayer I glanced over to see this tiny creature squirming to find a comfortable position. Once found, she shut her eyes and immediately her chest began to rise in fall as if she had fallen asleep instantly in complete peace and comfort. Unbearably cute.

I don't get to see as much of nature in the city. So, I guess these moments have been reminders of the beauty in God's creation.

This has been at the top of my playlist for awhile, so these are the thoughts that have been running through my brian. This is an edited version of Jason Morant's, 'Love Song':

Where can I go
Where can I run from You
You're everywhere

You know all my thoughts
You see through my ways
And still You come to me

From Heaven above
Earth down beneath
Your love rains down on me

You walk on waves
You run with clouds
You paint the sky for me to see
Your majesty
Your majesty is why I sing


Yes it's all for You
my life a love song to You

Anyway, those are my thoughts for today. Now it is time to stop stalling and get on with my midterm.