The Spiritual Discipline of Celebrating

"Through the spiritual discipline of celebrating,
we delight in
circumstances,
relationships, and
occasions
that help us remember and anticipate
God's abundant
goodness,
creativity,
faithfulness,
beauty, and
love."
--adapted from "The Practice of Celebrating: Delight in Action" by Chris Schoon



Lord,

it's a new thought for me:
The Spiritual Discipline of Celebrating!

I have studied and practiced

the spiritual disciplines of

prayer, 

Bible reading,

worship, 

silence, 

service,

walking labyrinths,

sabbath,

hospitality,

forgiveness,

honoring the body.

But I have not thought of or read about

the Spiritual Discipline of Celebrating!

The word discipline often sounds hard, but 

a discipline of celebrating! now that sounds like fun.

We celebrate the successes of others.

We celebrate the beauty and goodness of God's creation.

We celebrate the moments of joy in life.

Beholding the colors on a butterfly’s wings; 

marveling at the intricate design of a telescope 

that allows us to see stars, planets, and galaxies; 

and even witnessing with awe the miracle of birth: 

whether human, giraffe, or sea turtle.

Lord,

renew my perspective on life.

Give me new eyes to watch for celebrations around me.

Help me celebrate with you today!

Amen.