Days pass so quickly when I am scattered. But I trust that every piece, though it may seem random to me, is a carefully prepared gift from You. Thank You for arranging for me to meet so many new people in the past few days, for the shared meals and conversations, and for the opportunity to see different perspectives, both of myself and of others.

Thank You for teaching me patience and for revealing my shortcomings in spiritual purity. I see what I need to work on. Please bless me with the wisdom and guidance to build a stronghold that no attack can penetrate and no disturbance can shake the peace I have found in You. And help me dwell in the true rest of Your presence, no matter where I am or who I am with.

And thank You for showing me a world where more hearts are longing for You, where more people are choosing courage and stepping up to fight for the light. Continue to grant me strength and power to carry Your light to others.