The God Who created this universe and all of it's inhabitants is bigger than those nagging, wormy, sly, little frown makers. His shoulders were meant to carry those burdens that tend to cause knots in my neck and stomach.
Throughout the day, and sometimes as I fall asleep, I will slip into a place of Peace with the One Who made me to ask Him, "What's going on? What am I to do?" There are other times I simply sit with Him and enjoy the comfortable silence that can accompany the presence of a treasured loved one who knows all there is to know about me and loves me anyway.
This PLACE of Peace, yes- in my mind- though just as vivid as my current house, is very real- in fact I visit there often. In honesty I have a couple "getaways".
The view from the cliff side cave overlooking the ocean is breathtaking. Jesus is very casual there as He tends the crackling fire with a long stick. He and I also have a meeting destination on a certain garden bench which sits in the dim light of eventide. Shadows that fall as long as the surrounding flora are cast by the soft glow of the moonlight that peeks through the lattice and cascading wisteria that winds it's way around the arbor.
Do you have a PLACE that you run to when the world is shouting and the Lord wants to whisper encouragement? A hammock that fits just the two of you when you need rest from your cubicle, kids yelling and cupboard doors banging, or fume-filled bus ride home? ;A hut in the middle of the jungle that provides the basic shelter and privacy which allows the removal of all masks and baring of the soul?
If you'd allow me I'd like to make one suggestion: make this special place personal. That's it...only thing I'd insist on. A place that feels right to you. It may be more formal in the beginning if you are truly just getting to know God. Originally, it might be very sparse and as time moves you closer to the REAL meeting it can be furnished with lavish decorative furniture. The key to this place is ... are you ready for this? The KEY is His name. Jesus. Whispered or shouted, depending on the situation. will bring Him to your "together" PLACE (that's amazing in itself- the God of the Universe will answer His created being's call).
Take special care with this Key. Use it only when You truly want His Presence. You may find this whole Place thing silly... I don't. After all, while Jesus still walked among us He told us He was going away to prepare a PLACE for us.
God of wonder~ help us to seek You and Know You as You truly are. Thank You for your encouragement as we walk our journey through this world that is not our Home. Each unexpected Joy is a gift from You- open our eyes to each gift that it may not go unappreciated and we may utilize it to grow closer to You. May Your Kingdom be an ever clearer reality to us and those we share it with- by Your grace. Amen
:)
ReplyDeleteSo, "smiley":Have you found your "Place while in this world?"
Delete