THANKFUL

Chatting with Jesus
Friday, October 11, 2024

Lord, how did we get bogged down in such a busy do-more/see-more lifestyle? We rush from one “must-do” activity and scurry to another “can’t-miss” event. Then we hustle off to another “must-attend” meeting. We know we need to slow down, but our busy lifestyle will not allow it. In all this busyness, we must ask ourselves if our participation in all these activities is necessary. For me, in my younger years, I thrived in such environments. Now older, and hopefully wiser, I enjoy a slower pace.

Media ads claim we’ll never have the quality of life we deserve unless we have the latest gadget. New miracle creams promise to keep us looking young well past our twilight years. Unless we have the latest cell phone, which comes with lunar rocket programming, how can we keep up with our friends? Madison Avenue is aware of our desire for the latest widgets. Their advertising keeps us focused on their client’s product. Why can’t we just live primitive lives without these latest marvels?

When the psalmist committed to live totally for you, the devil lost him forever. His only tactic was to disrupt the psalmist’s walk of faith. The psalmist wrote how these distractions, and the never-ending temptations, tried to lure him away from you.

“Turn my heart to your decrees … Turn my eyes from looking at what is worthless. Give me life in your ways: (Psalm 119:36, 37).

Lord, that I might pray the same. Help me keep my eyes on you and may I focus on fulfilling the plan you have for me. I’m thankful I find my purpose, joy, and contentment in you and not in man’s worthless marvels.

Amen, Jesus.