Monday, October 27, 2008

The Dancing

October 27, 2008


Last Saturday morning.

Jackie and I out on a run for an early treat....to Dunkin Donuts.

I order - cream-filled and coffee - and find a place to sit and watch the people. It is a busy place - a continual stream of people at the counter.

A man approaches the shop - two children in tow. A little boy - short pants, army crew - and his older sister. They will get a donut and chocolate milk.

The anticipation builds after dad bends over to talk to them.

But, there is a line...and they must wait for a few minutes to be served.

I watch the little boy - obviously excited - his head turning upwards frequently towards his father, his eyes full of wonder...and his feet dancing - a simple hop from one side to the other, back and forth, back and forth.

Anticipation.
Excitement.
Expectation.
Joy.
Donuts and chocolate milk!

I get Jackie's attention and whisper: "look!"
She smiles at the dance....and shows me that his sister is dancing too.

An soon they are at table nearby....and the expected is happening.

And it is fun to watch.

And I think of the Bible Psalm that says: "Let them praise His name with dancing." (149:3)

And a great book of wisdom states: "There is a time....to dance." (Ecclesiastes)

Have you had that time lately?

Times are heavy...but the good news is, dancing doesn't take a crowd, or a band or anything else - but the Father's presence and favor upon us. And our expectation that we will be with Him in heaven forever.

May we have that focus and at times just let it go...to dance with expectation and joy in His presence.

Today...lets look up to our Father - and dance!

Selah.

Dave

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