The Fast Track

Is it possible that the days get shorter and the work load gets greater? Does it seem that the older we get the days fly by faster and before you know it we have another birthday? I feel that way. I have so many things that I want to do but sometimes feel as though I am on a hamster wheel going nowhere. Other times  I feel as though I am watching as the train goes by because I cant run fast enough to get on. I’m left  standing at the train station. That is always when God speaks. Right at the train station as I panic that I missed the train; the next place I had to go; the next thing I had to accomplish. He sits me down as my Shepherd and draws me near to Him; He leads me beside the still waters and reminds me that the place of rest is in Him. Just this morning I was feeling overwhelmed with my schedule. I needed to write my sermon, work on my book, babysit my grandchildren, and prepare to have my small group over tonight. Just as I reviewed the day in my head the Lord met me at the train station. He took me to His still waters to do a little soul restoration. The devotional I read this morning reminded me that each day is a gift; each moment is precious—-that we don’t have to run after time, because time always comes to us. Enjoy the moment. What a profound word for those of us who tend to get lost on the fast track. It really is ok to miss the train. Another one is coming. In the meantime go sit beside still waters, get refreshed and pause beside the green pastures. If you feel overwhelmed take a moment to let the Lord restore you.