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| Mark 6:30-31 the apostles returned to Jesus from the ministry tour and told Him all they had done and taught. The Jesus said, " Let's go off by ourselves to a quiet place and rest awhile". He said this because there were so many people coming and going that Jesus and His apostles didnt have time to eat.
Women often feel like we spend a lot of time pouring ourselves out, juggling a variety of responsibilities.
It's important , in the midst of days like these, to find a way to replenish our reserves. Use whatever analogy works for you: put on your own oxygen mask, first, prime the pump, fill your cup, whatever.
Jesus calls us not only to serve but also to rest. We must stop and let God fill us with His love and power, so that we can pour it into our family, our work, our ministry. Jesus invites us to come away, even while there are still many items on our to do list. He invites us to come to a quiet place and rest.
What would that look like in your life? You may think you can't afford to take some time for quiet reflection or prayer before starting a busy day, or to spend a bit of time with a friend for coffee, and conversation, or to take a nap. But maybe you can't afford not to.
Imagine Jesus saying " Let's go by ourselves to a quiet place and rest awhile". How will you respond ?
This message struck a cord with me. I want things done yesterday. I get overwhelmed at times , taking care of my elderly parents, my husband , my animals, I don't always take time for myself. I know that if I don't take time for me I can get too spent , and no good to anyone else either. It's hard, I feel guilty if I'm not doing something all the time.
On my way to being 62 end of year, and I'm realizing not all things have to be done. It's important to spend time with family and friends, all the other stuff will be ok, if not done on a timely manner. I'm the only one that notices it anyway LOL. I've always been the organizer in the family, go early stay late, it's hard to turn loose of that control. Everyone else in my family goes with the flow. Bugs the hell out of me sometimes, but it's ok, doesn't hurt anyone. It's been a year and half since I went out of town to barrel race. Actually my thinking was stay close get horses seasoned at local shows, I ended up year end with 2 saddles, buckle, halter, etc, $1000 at final race.
All of a sudden I've been winning every weekend on my gringo horses. I ventured out to San Antonio wrap n 3 won checks there. Got to see a lot of south Texas friends been long time. PRAISE GOD!
My husband has been prompting me to go, while I can horses are working, my other two sisters are here on weekend to watch my parents. It's still hard for me to leave, but u know it was ok. I took time for me and its ok
Have a BLESSED Day, take time for you it's ok
Father God, guide me today to do all things that will bring glory and honor to You AMEN
For it is WITH God all things are possible |
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