There’s something about a beautiful spring day that can inspire one to work outdoors. And if the task is accomplished too soon, the yucky pollen can quickly ruin all efforts. After several days with working on the outside, it was time to play catch-up on the inside. When letting certain chores go, you probably know what I mean when I ask, “Where do I start?”
Times like this are not ironic, but they can have God written all over it. On that very morning, the devotion I was reading, just happened to be titled, “Finding God in the Clutter”. And yes, He is there, but at the same time, how often do we really acknowledge that, especially when our mind is more focused on – what we can see.
Can your mood be based on the tidiness of your surroundings? If there’s areas that are cluttered, I find that I can quickly develop an attitude, and there’s no justified reason for that, especially when I know the truth is – that He is ever present.
My reading was a much-needed reminder that I must start with God, or I’ll find myself more concerned about the clutter, than I am to recognize His presence.
For the most part, I think we forget that God is only interested in the investment He has in His people, and not in the belongings that they have invested. We get so distracted with what’s in our sight, that we can easily lose focus on what should be our insight.
~Question: “Have you acknowledged the fact that He is with you today? At what point throughout the day do you tend to forget? Is it when you are trying to clean up the clutter on the outside?”
The Bible says in Psalm 139:7 “Where shall I go from Your Spirit? Or where shall I flee from Your presence?”
~Luke 10:40-42 “But Martha was distracted with much serving, and she approached Him and said, “Lord, do you not care that my sister has left me to serve alone? Therefore, tell her to help me. And Jesus said, “Martha, Martha, you are worried and troubled about many things. But one thing is needed, and Mary has chosen the good part, which will not be taken away from her.”
Published by Carole
I’m nobody special, but because of Him, I know there’s something remarkably special about that! I find that everyday life can be a parable that is tied to the Gospel in some way. Writing, care-giving, gardening, and being a good wife, Mom, Meme, and friend, describes just a piece of who I am. A student of the Word, and although I don’t always live up to what I hope for, Jesus Christ certainly does.
Once I get past rough seasons, it seems that the disappointments and hard times, always end up giving me a drive to write, a passion to share, and a fresh perspective on life. From relationships, the loss of my father, cancer, letting go of a successful business after twenty years, to being a full-time caregiver, all these things have given me a reason to find God working something new in me. And in all these circumstances, I’m positive that it is for my eternal good.
One of my favorite things to do is converse with like-minded individuals and listen to their experiences of seeing God orchestrating His plans in their life as well. I also offer a bible study zoom meeting and encourage others in the faith.
Check out my blog and maybe you can relate. Please share your response in a comment or how God may speak to you. I find that meditating on a particular story or scripture from the bible, will usually speak in some way throughout the day if we are looking, but there within lies the key; looking!
The “Thought Provoking Questions” I ask can be tough, but they are biblical based. Consider taking one at a time, like a does of medicine. And if it doesn’t go down well, please take it serious and go to the Lord in prayer. His grace is sufficient, but at the same time it’s critical that we understand about being set apart. I am finding the more I look into the first two commandments that Jesus gave (Matthew 22:37-40), the more fearful the thought of being a Pharisee, and not knowing.
If you’re unsure about all this “God stuff”, and want to talk, please email me @ findinggodineverything@mail.com.
It would be a blessing to connect and hear from you.
CAROLE
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