Morning Time Belongs to the Lord

Morning Time Belongs to the Lord
Because of the Lord’s great love we are not consumed, for his compassions never fail. They are new every morning; great is your faithfulness. Lamentations 3:22-23
As of late I have been in extremely difficult circumstances. A fair few have accosted me with verbal attacks on my character. A few others have made every effort to antagonize me about my theology. While their criticism chases after me, it seems joy is also in hot pursuit of me. To me, this is no coincidence. If joy has revealed itself in the midst of turbulent circumstances, it cannot be a mere coincidence. It has to be the Lord!
Today I am reminded that I am alive because of God's great love. My sins should have consumed me years ago. But by the blood of His son, He has caused me to be at peace with Him. Now, I am no longer an enemy, but a friend, an adopted son, an heir, a confidant and a servant. Even though my circumstances are difficult and my heart is heavy, the Lord lifts me up! Many may be able to tend a hurting man, but who can tend to his heart? For this, the Lord is great indeed!
Today, I am reminded that the Lord's compassion is new every morning. Just as the sun breaks through the darkness, so the joy of the Lord breaks in to my sorrow. In the morning, before the troubles of the day, before the curses and cries begin, I will remember that the morning belongs to the Lord. Though there is grief, the Lord shows compassion and love because He doesn't willingly bring pain or grief to His people (Lamentations 3:32-33).