soul journey 
Life can feel overwhelming, a rush of tasks and responsibilities, yet within each day lies a divine invitation to discover God’s presence and the joy He offers. The beauty of finding God in the ordinary is that it transforms how we see the world. It opens our eyes to grace, even in the simplest moments.
Even challenges become opportunities to find God. When difficulties arise, they are invitations to lean on His strength and watch His faithfulness unfold. With each obstacle overcome, we learn that His grace is sufficient and His promises true.
Finding God in each day is a practice of mindfulness, gratitude, and faith that brings us closer to His presence. Each day holds moments of grace, beauty, and quiet joy that are reflections of His love. Here’s how to discover them:
- Begin with Prayer: Start your day by asking God to open your eyes to His wonders. A simple prayer like, “Lord, help me see You in all things today,” can set the tone for attentiveness to His presence. (Psalm 5:3)
- Seek Him in Nature: Take a moment to admire creation—the sunrise, the sound of birds, the beauty of snowflakes. These are reminders of His artistry and care. “The heavens declare the glory of God; the skies proclaim the work of his hands.” (Psalm 19:1)
- Embrace Gratitude: List the blessings in your day, no matter how small—a warm cup of coffee, a kind word, or a moment of peace. Gratitude shifts your focus and reveals the joys God has woven into your life. (1 Thessalonians 5:18)
- Find Him in Relationships: See God’s love through the people around you. Acts of kindness, laughter shared, or support given are expressions of His care. “Love one another as I have loved you.” (John 13:34)
- Pause and Reflect: Take time during the day to pause, breathe, and reflect. Notice how God might be speaking to you through unexpected blessings or even challenges. “Be still, and know that I am God.” (Psalm 46:10)
- Discover Him in Service: When you reach out to help someone else, you reflect God’s love and often experience His joy firsthand. “Whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers and sisters of mine, you did for me.” (Matthew 25:40)
- End with Thanksgiving: At night, recount the moments where you saw God’s hand. You’ll be surprised how much joy He placed in your path once you begin to look.
The joy of finding God in each day isn’t about seeking perfection but seeing His presence in the imperfect, the chaotic, and the mundane. It’s about realizing that His blessings are woven into the fabric of daily life—if only we have the eyes to see and the heart to receive.
By embracing this practice, life becomes less about what we lack and more about the abundance we’ve already been given. Each day becomes a sacred adventure, filled with the joy of knowing we are never alone, for God is always with us.
Each day is a treasure chest of hidden joys and lessons from God. By intentionally seeking Him, you not only draw closer to His heart but also learn to see the extraordinary in the ordinary, the divine in the everyday.
~Kay M.
