My oldest daughter, Miranda, turned 18 on Saturday. We asked her repeatedly what she’d like for her birthday, and the only answer we ever got was “love.” First, she loves being loved, and second, she couldn’t think of anything she really wants. If you know Miranda, you know she is loved. She demands love and attention, but more than she demands it, she deserves it.
Miranda had her birthday all planned out in her mind, and of course the day didn’t go at all as planned. Most things typically don’t, right?
At the end of the day, she was a little bummed out. She didn’t want to be, but I could tell she was.
What she didn’t know was the amount of “love” she’d be getting on Sunday. We had a big surprise birthday party planned for her. It turned out great. We surprised her for sure and had a house full of her friends jump out at her yelling “surprise” when she walked in the door.
The previously bummed-out Miranda was now smiling from ear to ear.
- She loved her friends for caring enough about her to be there
- She loved being the center of attention
- She loved the fun we all shared
- She loved that we love her enough to have planned it
- She loved the surprise
The surprise built her up.
The surprise made her feel special.
The surprise made her feel loved.
God commands us in scripture to build each other up. There is enough tearing people down in our society don’t you think?
So…today’s make-a-change Monday is to surprise someone. It doesn’t have to be an elaborate surprise party. You could:
- Take a bag of groceries to someone in need
- Grab a Starbucks coffee and take to a friend
- Plant some spring flowers for a neighbor
- Babysit for a friend to have a night out
- Take a friend to a movie
The possibilities are endless…and the blessings are plenty.
You never know what small gesture will make a difference.
Was Miranda blessed by being the recipient of a surprise? Absolutely. Was I a pleased-as-punch, camera-toting mom? You betcha! The slightly bewildered, on-top-of-the-world look on her face was priceless; one I wanted to remember forever.
Surprises are good for everybody!
…And remember,
I say to you, as you did it to one of the least of these my brothers,
you did it to me. (Matthew 25:40 ESV)
From my heart,
Celeste
P.S. I’d love for you to leave me a comment with your surprise, and any blessings received!
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