When have I experienced the Spirit leading me?
I have experienced the spirit leading and supporting me when I needed strength and focus while a caregiver for my husband. The focus allowed me to sort through the daily chaos and unstable characteristics of the disease. I heard the Spirit speak to me. It provided comforting words and reassurance as I continued the twenty-four seven caregiving.
The spirit led me to actively express my feelings, frustration and simmering anger in painting. I created a “scream” series of paintings that were composed of slashing lines and deformed screaming creatures. The Spirit led me to see the calm of the Napa landscape healing my heart and soul as I painted the peaceful seasons.
Moving forward, I saw angels in my abstract paintings, even though I never planned to paint angels. I knew the spirit was here leading me through the day.
Prayer: Dear God, thank you for the Spirits’ comforting presence and continuous guidance. Amen
Marlene Haas