notesbynora

Scripture:
“Be still, and know that I am God.” – Psalm 46:10

We often look for God in the extraordinary — in miracles, answers to prayers, or the moments that take our breath away. But more often than not, He reveals Himself in the quiet, everyday places: the warmth of morning light, the sound of laughter in another room, or a simple act of love that appears out of nowhere.

The other day, I walked into my room and found a small note resting on my pillow. It was from one of my foster children. In crayon, they had drawn sunshine, butterflies, and birds in trees. In the center were the words, “I love you, Nonie.”

I just stood there for a moment, overwhelmed. This child has come from a place of deep darkness — a life that had known fear, loss, and uncertainty. And yet, here was this note, filled with color and light. I thought of how faithful God is — how He brings beauty out of brokenness, and how He can transform even the heaviest past into something full of hope.

In that simple drawing, I saw the hand of God. I saw healing. I saw what it means when Scripture says He makes all things new. That little piece of paper reminded me that God is always near, showing Himself in ways we might overlook — through the joy of a child, a quiet moment of gratitude, or a heart finally learning to feel safe again.

Sometimes, finding God isn’t about seeing something spectacular — it’s about slowing down long enough to notice His fingerprints on the ordinary. When we pause, we realize He’s been there all along — in the sunshine, in the laughter, in the whispered “I love you.”

Prayer:
Lord, open my eyes to see You in the small, everyday moments. Help me to recognize Your presence in the simple gifts — a child’s laughter, a note of love, a quiet morning. Thank You for bringing light into the dark places of our lives and for reminding us that You are always near. Amen.