Renewal

Create in me a clean heart, O God. Renew a loyal spirit within me.

Psalm 51:10

Temperatures have warmed. The sun is shining more. Flowers are blooming. Trees are starting to sprout leaves. What a beautiful time it is as life appears to be renewing itself.

I walked through my community recently and several trees were filled with small white blossoms. As the breeze blew, the air was filled with small white petals. It was like a snowfall, only the air was warm and pleasant.

What a blessing from God that we get to experience this sense of renewal every year. It follows Lent, a period of self-reflection and personal cleansing perfectly; as is God’s timing.

It is a perfect time for personal renewal as well. Freshly cleansed we are ready for renewal. And even our customary spring cleaning is an expression of renewal. It’s time for the extra blanket on the bed or the winter coats to be put away for the season and the “new” spring bedding and clothing come out. 

What are we in the process of putting away? What are we ready to start? Put away the snow shovel and start gardening. Put away the hot chocolate and start making iced tea or lemonade. Put away the sled and start using the bicycle.

What else might you be personally ready to put away and what might you be ready to start?



Lord God, thank you that after our time of reflection, you provide us with a beautiful time of renewal. Guide us as we journey through our own time of personal renewal; to your glory. Amen.

Denise Clark, CLM