The Gift of Today
By Jody Noland“Today is a gift. That’s why we call it 'the present.'” I know. Hokey, but true.
Lately, I’ve been struck with the amount of energy I spend focused on the past or the future.
And, yet, I often miss the gift of today.
I’m all for reflection. For learning lessons from the past, both the good and the bad. For letting go of old hurts and forgiving others…and myself…for mistakes, selfish decisions, hurtful words. And for cherishing the sweet memories and the countless examples of God’s faithfulness in my life. But it’s easy to get stuck in the past.