Where I need to be
Sometimes having a little time away from the normal day to day life can be therapeutic. Too many times lately I have felt like a hamster on the wheel spinning round but not getting anywhere. It seems things are just not happening at the speed I want them to. (Sometimes I feel that way on the end of a long bike ride too but that’s another subject.)
This week my family and I are on vacation at the beach. My kids and their friends love it here. (If it weren’t for the water and the sand Jeanne says she would love it too.) And because my kids are older they don’t need mom and dad tagging along, they go off on their own leaving old mom and dad to themselves.
So this week I have slept late, taken long walks, began re-reading psalms and spent time in prayer. I also had meaningful conversations. Not only with family that I have been close with for many years but much to my surprise, people that I met in the time I have been here. (Coincidence, I think not)
Combined, these things have helped me to get perspective and comfort right where I am. As I go back to the normal day to day I will do it refreshed reminded that it’s not about me but Him and his timing.
So are you feeling like that hamster? Do you wish things were different about your life?
Maybe what worked for me will work for you. Give it a try.
Arrange some down time, at least slow down, read the Word, spend time with valued family and friends, seek His face and find rest. You may find that you are where you need to be.
Tags: Beach, Prayer, Therapeutic, Vacation
July 18th, 2008 at 11:01 am
God has blessed us with a place to rest and find the peace that comes only from Him. I am so glad we (IBC) can be a small piece of His peace. You still have a couple more days make the least of them, Haha.
July 18th, 2008 at 11:53 am
Glad you are getting refreshed. Thanks for inviting us to come along!
See you guys soon and don’t get to comfortable on the mountain….the valley and the rest of us “hamsters” are waiting to welcome you with open arms! Seriously, I’m happy to hear you are being poured into while you are away from the hustle and bustle of life. Enjoy, enjoy, enjoy (for tomorrow you’re back to the grind!)
July 18th, 2008 at 12:41 pm
Going to the beach stuff you buy…………………………….. $250.00
Seashore dining(so Jeanne doesn’t have to cook………… $650.00
Beach Tags for the week………………………………………..$100.00
Gas to get to LBI and back………………………………………$40.00
Getting down time with your Family AND your GOD……..PRICELESS!!!
Yes, yes it is!!!
July 18th, 2008 at 2:38 pm
I will wait in the cleft of the mountain for You to pass by…
Just for a moment to lay at the feet of the Lord.
Thank you for being part of the ministry here even if only for a week, you’ve knitted into the weave of this summer at IBC, too late you’re now part of the fabric.
July 18th, 2008 at 4:17 pm
Hey Mark,
glad to hear from you. Our God is faithful; -He knows what we need. Enjoy the “still waters” while you can. Say hi to Jeanne & the rest of your gang.
July 18th, 2008 at 6:52 pm
Sounds like a great time. Cheri and I will be doing it soon. While you were relaxing I am practicing. I love that too. Have a good time, see ya tuesday.
God bless… Mark