I caught myself rushing yesterday.  Rushing through my daily routine - feverishly hurrying to make meals and get schoolwork done; feed the animals, do the laundry.  At some point, I had a moment of clarity and thought, "What on earth is my hurry?"

I pondered on that a bit. 

What I realized is that there is a part of me that is always wanting to get done with what I am doing so I can "have a moment".  And, honestly, I don't really know what I want to do with that "moment".  It's almost as if I want to arrive at some final destination in life where all is quiet and peaceful with no worries and no loose ends that need tying up.  Comfortable.

Yeah, right.

I have been through some trials and tribulations this past year and have watched some dear friends go through their own troubles.  What has become increasingly clear to me is that maybe, just maybe, we aren't supposed to get too comfortable in this world.  We are in enemy territory right now and it should not come as a shock when the fiery darts and arrows fly our way.  Peter tells us plainly not to be surprised at this, as if it were a strange and unusual thing.  This is actually going to be the way of life for us until the day we go to be with the Lord.  Where did we get this idea that, at some point, everything is supposed to just fall into place?

To quote the immortal words of Roseann Roseannadanna:  It's always something.

So, stop looking for that "moment" - it's an illusion.  No, worse, it's a deception.  We are supposed to live every moment, no matter what we are doing or what may be happening, in the light of the glory of Christ.  Quit waiting for some elusive, dreamlike existence, it's not going to happen.  Submit yourself to Him every moment of every day - because your life is happening right now.

I pray you will live this day in the freedom of His truth.

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Posted by Leigh2

Hello! I just found your blog, and I really needed to read this today!

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Posted by Titus2woman

This entry is a BLESSING to me today! THANK YOU! (((((HUGS))))) sandi

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Posted by DandelionSeeds

AMEN!!!!!!!!! Wonderful post! Thanks for sharing!

Blessings,
Amy

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Posted by Anonymous

Those are wise words my friend! Something I struggle to be concious of daily to be sure. I have an older friend who is the mother of seven and is always so peaceful! She frequently reminds us that we need not be rushed because we are eternal and have all the time in the world. We need to approach everything with that perspective - it really keeps the priorities in line too!

Thanks for the great post!

Blessings,
Courtney

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Posted by Sweetie

I was blessed to read that today -- a very good reminder! Thank you for posting it :)

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Posted by DandelionSeeds

stopping by to say hi... hope all is well in your home.

Blessings,
Amy

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Posted by DandelionSeeds

Would you please spread the word about Candace's surgery tomorrow? I have a prayer list on my blog for anyone who would like to take a specific time to pray.

Thanks,
Amy

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Posted by Iza

i'm struck by what a beautiful conversation it is we are able to have. to think that comfort doesn't need to be our end goal, and how much power there is in it.
it is an amazing thought:
"I pray you will live this day in the freedom of His truth."

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