You'd think I'd learn. I've been at this for decades; talk about a slower learner!
But, here I am, with three months still left of school, and I can't find my desk.
But, here I am, with three months still left of school, and I can't find my desk.
Don't get me wrong, Dear Reader. I absolutely love my little school. I love the work I get to do in its service. But...
Have I mentioned (recently) that I tend to be a little OCD. My brain works in boxes, compartmentalizing whenever possible. And that usually works for me. This is what I like to think my brain looks like on a good day. But...
Have I mentioned (recently) that I tend to be a little OCD. My brain works in boxes, compartmentalizing whenever possible. And that usually works for me. This is what I like to think my brain looks like on a good day. But...
Unfortunately, not everyone in my world functions the same way. (What's up with that?) That means occasional bouts of frustration and feeling overwhelmed. That's when my brain probably looks more like this.
Do you know what that's like, Dear Reader? According to Mark's Gospel, Jesus did, too.
Do you know what that's like, Dear Reader? According to Mark's Gospel, Jesus did, too.
Jesus and his followers were in a very busy place. There were so many people that he and his followers did not even have time to eat. He said to them, “Come with me. We will go to a quiet place to be alone. There we will get some rest.”
Mark 6:31 ERV
Jesus knew what it was like to have multiple demands on Him at the same time, everyone wanting something. It's my conviction that Jesus knew exactly how much time He had to do what He come for. Talk about pressure!
I think because He dealt with the demands of the world, He was able to offer us a gift only He could give.
Peace I leave with you; My [perfect] peace I give to you; not as the world gives do I give to you. Do not let your heart be troubled, nor let it be afraid. [Let My perfect peace calm you in every circumstance and give you courage and strength for every challenge.]
John 14:27 AMP
Dear Reader, at the end of every day, I straighten my desk, mostly into neat piles. Yes, I'll admit it gives me a sense of control. It also clears a space for peace and calm.
The same way I need to settle my physical work area, I also have to carve out time to receive the anointing oil of the peace only Christ can give. I hope you will have a place and a space to receive the gift of peace from our Savior.
The same way I need to settle my physical work area, I also have to carve out time to receive the anointing oil of the peace only Christ can give. I hope you will have a place and a space to receive the gift of peace from our Savior.
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