Mr. Moon, Moon, Mr. bright and shiny Moon.

I have come to be very endeared to the moon.  A full moon specifically.  

In the last few months, there have been several times when the light of a bright, full moon has been a comfort to me.  It makes me feel like my Lord is wrapping His arms around me and holding me, just like a father would his beloved daughter.  

I can't quite explain it, it is a connection that goes beyond the physical.  It is a comfort of the soul.  It has been an reminder of the assurance of God's everlasting, unfailing love.  It has brought more comfort than a thousand hugs.   

It brings such a peace to walk out in the night and see the brightness of the moon reflecting the sun.  I feel so safe wrapped in its light.

Last night was a full moon.  As I was looking at it, I was wishing that every night a full moon would rise.  I then began to think about how I could apply the different stages of the moon with my own life.  

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There are times when the moon is full and illuminating everything around you.  It's easy to see what's in front of you; there isn't much you can't see.  

Then you have the waxing gibbous moon, in which its less than full and more than half.  It's a slight change, not quite as bright, but you hardly notice.  You can still see and feel the comfort of the light, not giving any thought to the darkness that is actually around you.  

Then comes the quarter moon.  Half of the light is gone.  This time you notice.  You try to stay in open areas, not surrounded by trees or buildings that will cover up the light it's giving off.  You don't like the darkness.  You start hearing noises you never heard before, creeping shadows.  Once you reach the open air, you kind find some solace once again, but not resting as peacefully as you did before.

When the crescent moon appears, things are suddenly scary.  You can't walk as fast as you could in the full moon.  You have to take smaller steps, allowing your eyes to adjust to what is set before you.  Patience... don't get too hasty.  The next step could lead you over a cliff, you will need to be careful.  Everything is dark. The world and all the things that come with living as humans are covering the sun's light from the moon.  Yet, there is still the tiny sliver of light that gives you hope.  You know that just because the comfort is not apparent as it was before, the light and love are still there. 

Lastly, there is the new moon.  You cannot breath for the thick darkness surrounding you.  You don't know which direction your going, or why you're even moving.  You just sit and try not to be afraid of the unknown.  You pray for the light to shine.  You must remember the light, how it was, and live with the hope that it will return.  You know it will return.  

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It kind of seems to relate to the stages and seasons of life sometimes.  I really enjoy taking the things we do and see everyday and comparing them to the Christian's journey.

God is truly and solely good.  Bless His name for all His wondrous deeds!