Advent Week 2: The Visitation

Have you ever listened to someone sharing their stories of divine encounters and wondered if those moments were reserved for a select few? It's easy to feel a tinge of envy when hearing about God-moments, those times when the divine seems to touch everyday life. But here's the good news: God is not limited to extraordinary circumstances or select individuals. He can and does reach us in the midst of our ordinary, everyday lives. 

Can God Reach You Too?

It's a question that often crosses our minds. Can God reach someone like me, a busy mom trying to juggle the demands of motherhood, work, and life in general? The answer is a resounding yes. God's love and grace know no bounds, and His presence can be found in the most ordinary moments. We don't need to wait for a grand, life-altering event to experience His visitation.

Three Keys to Enjoying God Encounters:

In this blog post, we'll explore three essential elements that can help you invite and recognize God's presence in your everyday life. Let's delve into these keys and accompany them with relevant Scriptures to guide our journey.

1. Awareness:

The first step to experiencing God's visitation in the ordinary is being aware. Cultivate a mindset of openness and attentiveness to the world around you. In doing so, you'll start noticing God's hand in the small things, those everyday moments that may have previously gone unnoticed.

Psalm 46:10 (NIV) -

"Be still, and know that I am God."

2. Gratitude:

A heart filled with gratitude is receptive to God's presence. By recognizing and giving thanks for the blessings, both big and small, you open the door to experiencing more of His grace. It's often in the act of thanksgiving that we feel God's love and His nearness.

1 Thessalonians 5:18 (NIV)

"Give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God's will for you in Christ Jesus."

3. Simplicity:

Sometimes, we overcomplicate our spiritual journeys. But God can be found in simplicity. Embrace the beauty of the everyday. Engage in moments of quiet reflection, prayer, or meditation. Simplicity allows you to find God without the need for elaborate rituals or grand gestures.

Matthew 18:3 (NIV)

"And he said: 'Truly I tell you, unless you change and become like little children, you will never enter the kingdom of heaven.'"

As we continue our Advent journey, let's remember that God's visitation knows no boundaries. He can and will reach you in your everyday life as a mother. All it takes is awareness, gratitude, and simplicity. Whether it's in the laughter of your children, the warmth of a hug, or the quiet of the night, God's presence can be felt in the ordinary moments.

Don't let the busyness of life blind you to the divine encounters waiting to happen. Embrace the joy of knowing that God is with you, always, even in the most ordinary moments. Your life as a mom is a sacred journey, filled with opportunities to encounter the divine.

So, let's keep our hearts open and our eyes keen as we journey through this Advent season. God is there, in the everyday. It's up to us to find Him.

"Seek the Lord and his strength; seek his presence continually." (1 Chronicles 16:11, ESV)

May your ordinary moments be filled with the extraordinary presence of God.