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The rainbow, the symbol of God's covenant after the flood, is an incredible expression of color and beauty. When that rainbow appears in the sky, we pay attention.
Science describes the rainbow as a meteorological phenomenon that is caused by reflection, refraction and dispersion of light in water droplets resulting in a spectrum of light appearing in the sky. Hmmm, a rainbow includes reflection, a spectrum of light and dispersion of light in water droplets which results in a spectrum of light appearing. I can't think of a better description of a "God Moment."
I believe "God Moments" happen more times than we realize. When we slow down and are intentionally present in mind and spirit, we pay more attention. When we do this, we are more likely to recognize and experience these gifts from God. These moments can teach or simply remind us that God is in the midst of our lives. Most of the time, these moments will be subtle, not the burning bush experience that Moses had.
I have experienced a few "God Moments" in recent weeks. I took a day off to volunteer and work on election day. One of the other people working that day was a counselor at a women's prison. Their calling is to help women who may never be released from prison to find purpose, to find hope, and to know that they still matter. That's powerful. Another God Moment ... finding myself paying attention to those around me who have answered the calling to be a caretaker for someone who can't physically take care of themselves. These caretakers have answered their call, quietly, just sharing God's love in their daily care of who they are entrusted with. That's humbling.
While we have the rainbow to remind us of God's covenant after the flood, let's not forget to pay attention to the "human rainbow," the "God Moments." Gifts of reflection and light, incredible expressions from our creator. Moments that teach us, that change us, while helping to grow our faith, as we wait in anticipation.
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