The Quilter's Heart

 When they saw the courage of Peter and John and realized that they were unschooled, ordinary men, they were astonished and they took note that these men had been with Jesus. (Acts 4:13)

This is a quilt my mom made for me as a house-warming present (well, she made it with her quilter’s group at her church). Although many of the fabrics are quite pretty, there are also plenty of darker ones. The overall effect is of muted tones. Quite ordinary.

Sometimes my life seems just like that. Several “squares” of darkness and blah-ness as well as some beautiful spots here and there. Altogether maybe not the spectacular, amazing, colorful life I imagined when I was younger. But each square of fabric was carefully selected and lovingly sewn together in a very specific order. The darker ones enhancing the impact of the brighter ones. I wonder if that’s how thoughtful God was in piecing my life together. Do God and quilters share this kind of … loving, thoughtful heart?

I’m not sure why mom didn’t select all happy colors … and there are times when I ask the same of God’s choices. But as I reflect on all the thought and time and love put in to it, I can’t help but appreciate and love the end result – the Quilt and the Quilter.

The real blessing for me was the material she used for the back. Pure gold! Brilliant in color! When I saw it, I couldn’t help but think of Jesus holding all the pieces of my life together.

Not every day in life is rainbow beautiful. We all experience days that contrast (...enhance) the others. But remember, please remember, that Jesus is here, holding you together – the good and the bad. His pure gold – is with you always! And you are with Him!