Breathtaking Banff

Early in 2019, I prayed to God to take me to to see the Canadian Rockies. I told myself, I will save up for this trip and in a few years time, I will be able to visit.

In April 2019, I got a call from my Uncle Albert in the US. He mentioned that since my parents and I are going to visit them in October, he plans to take us to Canada as a side trip. "I want to show you the Canadian Rockies!" Those words were like music to my ears. Since my parents already had their tickets booked, I immediately booked mine online. I am bound for Banff sooner than I expected.

I was giddy with delight as I walked through the snowy pathway leading to the lake. I could see snow capped mountain peaks which grew bigger and taller as I got closer. I made a turn. And there I was. Frozen. Awestruck. Speechless. None prepared me for the majestic scenery of Lake Louise. Calm crystal clear, turquoise water. Perfectly reflecting the Canadian Rockies behind it.

Tears began to well up in my eyes blurring God's painting in front of me. I said a quick prayer of thanksgiving. Thanking God for bringing me here so soon with the people I love most, my parents. I thanked God for my Uncle Albert and Auntie Emy's love and generosity. This was their 40th birthday present for me.

God truly doesn't just provide for our daily needs. He delights in granting us even our innermost desires according to His will. Whatever dead dreams you may have, surrender them to God. Allow Him to show you how he longs to graciously give you all good things. May it be restoration of relationships, financial provision or healing.

Whatever is good and perfect is a gift coming down to us from God our Father, who created all the lights in the heavens. He never changes or casts a shifting shadow. - James 1:17

With my parents

Photo by Uncle Albert

Photo taken by my dad

Photo by moi!

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