Surrounded

A long journey, but a good one. Ficket and I brought some things from a church Westboro to BYC. After a long day in the truck it was great to empty it and do just a few things at camp. The best thing was that I could only stay for a few minutes so I couldn't start on any huge project. So I did what I needed to and then sat on the well and didn't do anything. I can't remember the last time I sat on the well! The sun was out and the breeze helped to deliver it's warmth. The sky was a brilliant blue and the clouds flew by. It was wonderful. In a moment I was reminded of all the reasons we do what we do at BYC. It was like being at home in the presence of God. As the warmth surrounded me I imagined his loving arms around me. surrounded.

My guts are dancing.

There are times when things happen that don't make sense! The last few months my stomach has been bothering me. This week I go to have them looked at... Down my throat! Prayerfully there will be something easy to repair! Today my stomach is a little up side down, but that is likely due to 3 cups of coffee. Sometimes things don't make sense, but today they do!

Eyes are sleeping, yet I am still awake

Could I rest? maybe.
Should I rest? Maybe
Then why not rest? Hmmm... Good question. Good night!

Rain is beauty!

Praise God for the rain. It cleans, it refreshes, it replenishes. I went for a run in the rain today with a friend. What a great way to start the day! We had great conversation and I am thankful that I have been reminded repeatedly today to pray for the exciting opportunity for his church. It also reminded me to pray for others today. Rain is a beautiful thing. Praise God for the rain.

Warm sun

Walking to the post office today allowed for a great chance to get out of the office and breath in God's creation. This evening the kids went for a bike ride while I walked alongside and although it was cooler it was still lovely out. How many times have I rushed through my day and not take a minute to enjoy the beauty around me? I don't want to take it for granted.

Stop Lights

Have you ever wondered if red lights know you are late? Today I think I hit every red light (or at least most of them) as I was trying desperately to get to a car repair appointment. I was late. You know that grr feeling, well I had it. Why do I get so rushed and so filled with grr. Perhaps poor planning, perhaps trying to do to much. After the fact it was yet another reminder of the value of slowing down and relaxing, because the reality is that no matter how frustrated I was getting, I wasn't going to get there any faster than I did!

Ahh...If I could be taking a nap I would be. This should be an interesting afternoon. I am tired from a late night of driving and of sickness, but I am praying that God works this afternoon in the lives of the young people who come. Today reminds me that sometimes I do it on my own strength, because today I can not! The fact is I should always be on God's power and not my own!! A <><

Take it slow.

I am at a camping conference and have learned a bunch the past few days. It's been good, sometimes a bit long, but overall good! One thing that stands out in my mind is a speakers words. He said that there was a big push to speed read years ago. He encouraged us/me to slow it down and hear what God's word has to say to us. He encouraged us to read and review. To think about the word, to think about what it means to us. We spent time looking at Luke 5:1-11 and spent time asking the question "God you are a God who..." Read some of God's word and think about it today! It's amazing when you think about it!
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