Reflections on Isaiah 55

"Why spend money on what cannot nourish
and your wages on what fails to satisfy?"

Dear Lord, may I always remember the relationship in my life that truly is above all others and truly matters the most - my relationship with you. I know that if I am true to you and true to our covenant, than I will be happy and all my other relationships will flourish. I have finally realized that it is up to me to grow our relationship through daily devotion, focus, study, and prayer. All of this contemplation is nothing new. It is as old as humans ourselves and our need to be closer to the divine. I acknowledge that I am in the relationship every hour of my life, and it is up to me to draw even closer to you by simply living according to your will and your word. I can feel your presence in me and through me and when I take time to remember that you are always there, I am filled with comfort, even when I am in pain.

There is no human dynamic that is too great nor any situation that is too difficult that would exclude you, God. All I need to do is come to you and be with you. Do as you do and live according to your plan and commandments. If I do this, I will find peace and happiness.