Had three meetings scheduled yesterday—after work. Made two of them, but felt rushed. How about you? Is life moving too fast? Busy-ness can keep us from those rich, refreshing times spent with God. Instead of sitting down with Him and enjoying a spiritual feast, we settle for what feels like twitter tweets.
A good friend once asked me, “Have your times with Jesus been fast food or a feast?” He went on to describe his need to regularly enjoy a “feast” with God—an extended period of time spent delighting in Him and His Word. During these times, our spiritual eyes are opened (Psalm 119:18), our hearts are strengthened, and our faith is renewed. How do you prepare for a feast with Jesus?
loananna on September 19, 2009 at 11:35 am
I find as the busier i get in life, i need to ask more for mercy and grace to deal with things. Yes, i set time each morning to do a devotion on the word of the Lord, but just knowing his promise of Joshua 1:5,” I will never leave you nor forsake you” helps me get through times. I guess just eat alot each day thruout the day versus pigging out at the table once a day is good…he he