Today I went outside for a few minutes of peace.
Just five minutes.
My job involves lots of numbers. I like numbers so it’s OK. It’s just that today was intense. I had way too many numbers floating around in my head. I focused on my computer screen until my eyes burned. I needed fresh air, a cool breeze, and a beautiful blue sky. I could see through my window that it was a magnificent day and that outside I would find the peace that I craved. I could almost feel the fresh cool breeze on my face.
Not quite though.
So I escaped.
For just five minutes.
The minute I stepped outside I could feel myself relax just a little. I could feel the release of tired muscles. I could feel the clearing of my cluttered mind. I could feel myself being restored. Just five minutes of quiet time outside on a beautiful day made such an amazing difference. I went back to my desk, to the sea of numbers waiting there, refreshed and energized. It was just enough to get me through the rest of my work day.
I find that time in God’s Word does the same for me. Sometimes I berate myself for not spending enough time in Bible study, and rightfully so. I need lengthy times of Bible Study to stay focused and connected. However, while I crave those times when I can leisurely pour over scripture and meditate on its truths, sometimes I find that just five minutes is enough. It’s enough to leave me refreshed and restored. It’s enough to give me the courage to go on with my day. It’s enough to make a difference.
How about you? What energizes you in the midst of your busy life?
I so agree with you. What I enjoy is those days when I am too busy to even notice the beauty of God's creation and, then something small draws my attention. Maybe a bird singing, wind blowing, or I happen to glance out the window at the mountains, I am reminded, there is much more to life than the task at hand.
ReplyDeleteI always feel like it to God, saying, "take notice, I made this for man to enjoy". It never fails to make me smile, take a deep breath, and give a silent thank you for all that we have.
Victoria
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ReplyDeleteSeriously though, sadly, shamefully, somedays, a lot of days, I don't even spend 5 minutes in His Word. I am ashamed of that, but confessing it and hoping to do better in the future.
-Amy C