I Saw the Light

For some time now I've wondered how some people are always smiling and when you ask why, they answer "God.  God makes me happy."  I so want to be one of these people.  I just don't know how.  

A few days ago, I was in my morning routine on another stormy Louisiana day.  For some reason I and began to sing "Why me, Lord." It was written by Kris Kristofferson.  I have a version by Elvis on CD that I really like. I got into the shower and closed my eyes and rested my head on the shower wall and let the water rain down on my back.  I know I jumbled the words but I guess it didn't matter because the dark and stormy morning broke and  sunshine lit up my bathroom .  Even with my eyes closed, I could tell the difference. I stopped singing and opened the shower door to see if someone had flipped on the light.  No one did.  It was all light from above. I felt a fulfilling peace and a smile came to my face.  Yes, God makes me happy.  I understand now.  

Why me Lord, what have I ever done
To deserve even one
Of the pleasures I've known
Tell me Lord, what did I ever do
That was worth loving you
Or the kindness you've shown.

Lord help me Jesus, I've wasted it so
Help me Jesus I know what I am
Now that I know that I've need you so
Help me Jesus, my soul's in your hand.

Tell me Lord, if you think there's a way
I can try to repay
All I've taken from you
Maybe Lord, I can show someone else
What I've been through myself
On my way back to you.

Lord help me Jesus, I've wasted it so
Help me Jesus I know what I am
Now that I know that I've need you so
Help me Jesus, my soul's in your hand.