Today I experienced the glory of God. I did not find it in a burning bush. Not even close. I inhabited a heavenly state as I simply noticed the intricacies of a blooming flower.
Yesterday, I observed a sealed bud on my outdoor perennial. After a hearty dousing of rainwater overnight, the natural elements drew out the vigor of the delicate flower. During the night it was transformed from a shy, closed-off bud into a cheerful, pastel masterwork. I woke up to the wonder of God.
There’s a term I’ve grown fond of – SLOW LIVING. I think one of the enemies of our souls is hurriedness. Rushing robs us of noticing God’s beauty. When we allow a hasty pace to grip our way of living, we lose the ability to take in the details God gives us in the present moment.
In his book The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry, author John Mark Comer says, “Both sin and busyness have the same effect – they cut off your connection to God, to other people, and even to your own soul.”
There is, however, a beneficial manner of busyness when the activities are filled with meaning and are God-ordained. He will show us what to engage in when we wait on Him. I am learning to disengage from the addictive ways of hurrying in order to “taste and see that the Lord is good,” (Psalm 34:8).
In a world of eight second attention spans, demanding algorithms, and heated political noise, wisdom is imperative. We need His wisdom to choose to live slowly. When we stop and see God’s presence in the world, we will likely notice more than a flower. Perhaps, we will see someone in need of a smile, hug, listening ear, or prayer.
~ Leah Burnett
Christ Fellowship