Restoration

I missed Church on Sunday.  That’s the first time in months.  And when I was missing it, I didn’t even register it. I was busy laughing and driving home from a fun weekend with my friends.

But, I’m registering it now.

                I’m missing it now.

My life has become so all-consuming with work during the week that it’s even more important to have that rest and renewal time on Sunday.

                I’m missing it now.

I can’t go back and change the past. What’s done is done.  This is a new week…and a new all-consuming challenge.

So, I’m spending time in His word.

                I’m reconnecting.

                                I’m asking Him to restore the balance in my life.

Psalm 23

 ¹The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want.
 ²He maketh me to lie down in green pastures: he leadeth me beside the still waters.
 ³He restoreth my soul: he leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for his name's sake.
 ⁴Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou art with me; thy rod and thy staff they comfort me.
 ⁵Thou preparest a table before me in the presence of mine enemies: thou anointest my head with oil; my cup runneth over.
 ⁶Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life: and I will dwell in the house of the LORD for ever.



 Dear Lord – I dearly love the friends you have blessed me with and am so grateful for the opportunities you give me to spend time with them in joy and laughter. I also thank you for the gifts you’ve given me of a challenging new job and a new responsibility with my church family.  But, I know that I am unable to face these challenges and enjoy my blessings without your guidance and love.  Please help me to be connected with you always. You are my strength and my shield. You are my rock and my redeemer. You are the only reason why I have these blessings in the first place. Please help me to always look to you first. I love you so much! Amen.

Blessings and peace,

Leah