Covered in sunscreen and being out in the desert’s hot, blistering sun, I can understand how seeing an oasis of water just a few feet in front of you, is a reality when you’re thirsty.
We were close enough to Las Vegas to take in David Copperfield’s show at the MGM Grand. I’ll admit I believed in the impossible when I saw his stunts. One minute he's here, the next he's there.
It's watching a living, breathing extremely, remarkable illusion!
The story of his mom’s and dad’s love for each other and for him, drew me in and his illusions got me thinking. How many times do we find ourselves caught up in the illusions of life?
You know -- the promise of happiness wrapped in a shiny new gadget, the allure of success disguised as endless work hours, or the mirage of fulfillment through fleeting pleasures. We chase these illusions, hoping they’ll fill the void, only to find they vanish as quickly as they appear.
Unlike the smoke and mirrors of a Vegas show, God's love and blessings are rock solid. They're not tricks meant to dazzle us momentarily; they're promises meant to sustain us eternally.
Think about it: The gift of a new day, the embrace of a loved one, the peace that surpasses all understanding. Those are NOT illusions. They are God's handiwork that is crafted with love.
Take, the gift of grace. It’s not something we can earn. It's a divine gift, freely given. Or the gift of hope. It’s not an illusion. It is a steadfast anchor for our souls in the stormiest of seas.
And let's not forget the gift of joy -- a divine gift that lifts our spirits and lightens our burdens.
I am so grateful for the reminders of God's real and perfect gifts. No illusions, no tricks – but the steadfast love of a Father Who delights in giving good things to His children.
Incredible REAL and TRUE gifts that God offers. They don’t disappear when the lights go out. They’re as real and enduring as His love for us!!
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