I see my eyes,

eyes that have left tears running down my cheeks but also eyes that have seen many blessings.

Eyes that have seen the goodness of God and His transforming love.

As the waves crash I see my reflection break apart. Parts of myself that are being refined and purified. The transforming work He is doing as I bathe in His presence.

The water splashes around me and the gentle breeze moves though my hair. I feel the joy I have found in Him.

As I look closer at the water I see parts of myself I recognize but also see some parts that are new. A work in progress in the hands of my Maker. I see the sun glistening on the water and it reminds me that He is always near.

And as I continue to look out further on the horizon I begin to see less of myself looking back at me and more of Him. I see Him within me. I see His joy in my eyes and His praise on my lips. I feel His warmth on my skin.

I see Him there in my reflection and because of that, I see pure beauty looking back at me.