Conversations

Conversations are a bit of fuel to my soul, and I have been both challenged and encouraged by several good conversations lately. Three or four, in fact. Some having to do with the future, others having to do with the past, and some having to do with the present. All were valuable chunks of time in which I felt like I was able to be heard, loved, and understood. And sometimes I forget, in the midst of my crazy life, that I have things to say. Things that are important.

I am also reminded that God calls me to live now. He calls me to this moment. Not to worry about tomorrow- for it will take care of itself. I expend so much energy on what others think I ought to do or say or live, and not enough on seeking God in the moment-to-moment rhythm of life. He asks me to exhale my worry and breathe in trust. I want to do this.

My friend had this quote up in her art studio today: "Comparison is a thief of joy." I thought that was very true. And contentment- it is a learning curve, but is so much about choosing to claim joy over our lives in the midst of whatever.

Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed and holy be Your name. We pray Your Kingdom come, and Your will be done, here on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread, and forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us. Lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. Amen.