In the tranquil dawn of a new day, the Catskill Mountains stood in silent majesty, bathed in the gentle glow of the rising sun. As the first light kissed the peaks, a symphony of colors painted the sky, heralding the arrival of a fresh beginning. In the midst of this breathtaking display of nature’s beauty, a worshiper stood in awe, witnessing firsthand the truth of God’s mercies being new every morning.
With each passing moment, the worshiper felt the weight of yesterday’s burdens lift from their shoulders, replaced by a sense of renewal and hope. The words of Lamentations 3:22-23 echoed in their heart:
“The steadfast love of the Lord never ceases;
his mercies never come to an end;
they are new every morning;
great is your faithfulness.”
As the sun continued its ascent, bathing the mountainside in golden light, the worshiper reflected on the countless times they had witnessed God’s faithfulness in their life. Through seasons of trial and triumph, God’s mercies had remained a constant, a source of strength and sustenance in the journey of faith.
Psalm 30:5 resonated deeply within their soul:
“For his anger is but for a moment,
and his favor is for a lifetime.
Weeping may tarry for the night,
but joy comes with the morning.”
In the quiet solitude of the morning, surrounded by the grandeur of creation, the worshiper found solace in the promise of joy that awaited them. Despite the challenges that lay ahead, they embraced the dawn with gladness, knowing that God’s mercies would carry them through.
As the sun reached its zenith, casting a warm embrace over the mountains, the worshiper lifted their voice in praise, offering thanks for the gift of each new day. With hearts overflowing with gratitude, they echoed the sentiments of Psalm 118:24:
“This is the day that the Lord has made;
let us rejoice and be glad in it.”
And so, as the morning unfolded in all its splendor, the worshiper embarked on their journey with renewed faith and confidence. With each step, they embraced the promise of God’s unfailing love and the assurance that His mercies would accompany them every step of the way. In the light of the morning sun, they found strength, hope, and endless reasons to rejoice in the goodness of their Creator.







