Embracing the Craziness

For the past week, I found myself saying repeatedly, "I cannot wait till May is over." My schedule is full. I am not eagerly anticipating some of my upcoming events. I have been worried about different issues. I just kept wanting to bypass the month of May, and quickly move on to my summer. This morning, though, as I prayed, I realized my attitude was wrong. My hands were clenched while I prayed. I opened them and began to let my heart embrace whatever God has for me in the upcoming weeks. For you see, God does indeed have work for me to do before summer comes, and I believe He wants me to open my heart to see and experience all He has in store.

As a mom of young toddlers, I thought the endless days of diaper changing, endless crying, and sleepless nights would never end. I longed for the days to just have a real conversation with my children. Looking back at those beginning years as a parent, I know I could have done a better job of embracing each moment with my little ones. They definitely were fleeting.

My human tendency is always pushing me to the next big event, and unfortunately sometimes the gift of the present time is not appreciated. So, this morning, as I opened my hands to my Father, I determined to embrace the craziness of the next few weeks. May I look in wonder at the good gifts He gives me each and every day, and praise Him for His abundant goodness in my life. May I use every opportunity, every busy day, every encounter for God's glory. And may He do exceedingly above all I can imagine as He works through my life (Ephesians 3:20).

"On the glorious splendor of your majesty,

and on your wondrous works, I will meditate.

They shall speak of the might of your awesome deeds,

and I will declare your greatness.

They shall pour forth the fame of your abundant goodness

and shall sing aloud of your righteousness."

Psalm 145:5-7