yesterday, my dad did something small in surprise that actually brought tears to my eyes. i was extremely touched by the simple love of a father.

and just as i was pondering about life- ups, downs, challenges and celebrations, i really must admit that there's more to life than what currently meets the eyes.

before i snoozed off in bed, i was reminded of this chapter in matthew:

Ask, Seek, Knock

7"Ask and it will be given to you; seek and you will find; knock and the door will be opened to you. 8For everyone who asks receives; he who seeks finds; and to him who knocks, the door will be opened.

9"Which of you, if his son asks for bread, will give him a stone? 10Or if he asks for a fish, will give him a snake? 11If you, then, though you are evil, know how to give good gifts to your children, how much more will your Father in heaven give good gifts to those who ask him! 12So in everything, do to others what you would have them do to you, for this sums up the Law and the Prophets.

as i was being updated about the lives of some friends, and seeing how strong they are still in Christ despite what i deem big obstacles in faith, i praise the Lord for such people in my life. i can so see Christ in them.

praise the Lord, and i know that the Lord's protection and guidance willl always be on them.