There are days when the morning feels heavy instead of hopeful, where the rising sun doesn’t ignite joy but amplifies a sense of emptiness. This isn’t how mornings are supposed to feel. They are meant to be a fresh start, full of excitement, purpose, and gratitude. Yet, here I am, feeling the weight of something I can’t quite name.
I wake up and ask myself, Why do I feel this way? The emptiness lingers, making me question where the spark has gone. But in this moment of questioning, I remember something deeper—a truth I’ve held onto in quieter times. Mornings might feel empty, but they don’t have to stay that way.
Today, I choose to pause and turn to God. I ask Him to ease this feeling, to replace the heaviness with His peace and presence. I pray not just for the emptiness to go away, but for clarity and purpose to take its place. What is it, Lord, that You want me to see in this stillness?
Sometimes, God uses these moments of emptiness to draw us closer to Him. He whispers to our hearts in ways we might miss in the busyness of life. Could it be that this emptiness is an invitation to surrender—to let go of expectations and let Him fill the space with something better?
As I sit with this thought, I realize that each morning is a canvas. Even when it feels blank, it holds the potential for beauty. Instead of focusing on the emptiness, I can choose to fill it with gratitude. I can find small reasons to be thankful—the warmth of the sun on my skin, the breath in my lungs, the chance to try again.
This morning might not feel perfect, but it is a gift. I don’t need to have all the answers, and I don’t need to figure out everything at once. What I need is trust. Trust that God is with me in this moment. Trust that He is preparing me for something greater.
If you’ve ever felt like this—waking up to a morning that feels more like a burden than a blessing—know that you are not alone. The emptiness won’t last forever. With faith, gratitude, and hope, even the heaviest mornings can turn into something beautiful.
Today, let’s take it one step at a time. Let’s let God write the story of our morning, trusting that His plan is greater than anything we can imagine. Even in the emptiness, He is there, ready to fill our hearts with purpose, peace, and a joy that lasts.
