Wisdom in age

This morning as I was passing out water at the local farmer's market, I had the treat of observing some toddlers. Running with a smile, in pursuit of touching the fountain of water that was before them, these children displayed a simple sign of being content with what was in front of them- the outpouring of water. How I love that Jesus calls us to be like children. These children appeared to have no worries bogging their minds that would prevent them from enjoying one of life's simple joys; instead they enjoyed the present before them. How refreshing!

This evening I had the pleasure of spending time with my grandma. I learn so much from my grandparents. Today I've appreciated how my grandma has adapted to the adversities in her life. Her hip is not working well, but she is adapting and not complaining. I complain about things that I can change in my life. I appreciate her 84 years of experience in life- that she is the stain master in removing stains and can put a good balance and perspective to life that comes from experience and wisdom.

The young and old- the inbetween agers can learn much from them.

Pain in the Neck

Stress...tension...knots...pain in the neck.....
Massage...aahhhh....relief

Today I had a wonderful massage as my back to work treat to myself. Yes I believe in pampering myself every once in awhile. Man, I realize that I think I am anxious and stressed way to much that leads to knots. God did not intend for us to have all of those knots. He wants to come to us and as a baker kneads bread so does He want to knead us removing those knots, which shapes us when we actually come and talk to Him. I don't want to be carried away in the day and not talk to my Savior, bottling all that unneeded stress. I guess when we say Jesus is our all in all- that includes him being a masseuse.

change

When you go through multiple changes in your life, do you ever feel like you are in a tailspin? The Lord continues to teach me that life is about change and not about routine. The one thing that we can trust in, is that He is the rock; He is stable and never changes.

Verse for the day: Take rest oh my soul for the Lord has dealt bountifully with you. Psalm 116:7

His Grace is Sufficient for Me

Lately, I've been listening to Jennifer Knapp. As I write this I'm listening to her song Grace is Sufficient for Me- because sometimes I do forget that His grace is sufficient for me- wider than I conceive. I need to remember this in all areas of life, especially as refining occurs. I've been convicted about how self-focused I am, but it's good to realize as I can move for to really praying for others. Tomorrow I start my new OT position tomorrow. This time around I'm ready to ask for the Lord's help before seeing the kids that I will treat, because His grace is sufficient for me.