One thing I come to realize is the devil wants to keep us busy.
The laundry is waiting, when is supper? I need to run a few errands. Everyday life is filled with busy, busy, busy. The day comes to a end and you think hmm did I stop and really thank God for today? I didn't even have time for my devotion? Then before we know it life is slipping away and we are falling weaker and weaker. Why? Cause we are not running on HIS strength. We have to stand daily on the word of God and not be defeated. I'm the first one to say "guilty"!
I believe Lindsay McCauls song "Come rest" says it best. God calls us to rest on him and to lay the burdens of everyday life at his feet. He defeated death for us, he laid it all on the cross for us. All he wants is our time, our thanks and to build onto his kingdom.
So, today or as you wake tomorrow rest in him knowing he is just a prayer away and the busy day will come together and you will have HIS strength to make it through.
"Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. -Matthew 11:28-29
I have embarked on a journey of making our lives simplier in our home. I have discovered so many of the tings which were to make life easier, has eaten up time, maybe not the item itself, but our response to it. The old saying that dishes and laundry can wait but children are only young once is true as well.... Relying on God is a big part of this.
ReplyDeleteI have never thought about being busy in this way...I need to share this w/my husband....a good reminder to slow down. :) Blessings, Michy
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