I have always wondered what “grace under pressure” actually meant. Now, I am beginning to understand because I am under so much pressure I am just a few ticks away to exploding and yet, marvelously, I still manage to smile and think positively. If that isn’t grace, then I wonder what that is.

But, what is grace, really?

Is it that which pertains to beauty and elegance or perfection of form?

Or is it that which pertains to the grace that is merciful, given in disposition of an authority figure that merits no exchange or favor?

Simply put, an expression of divine love.

I would have to say it is the latter.

Yup, I am being graceful under pressure…

By God’s grace…

Amen.

*First published on January 24, 2008