Perhaps you also know what it’s like to have one of those “you don’t want to miss this” messages from God. As I was driving in for an early morning meeting this morning, I stopped at a stoplight on Secor Road. My mind, of course, was racing through the day’s agenda, what I didn’t have finished yet, and what would need to happen today. I glanced up at one of the electronic billboards to see, in large red letters, “BE HERE NOW.” I had just come from reflecting on today’s Gospel reading in which Jesus advises the apostles to be prepared at all times for the Master’s return.
In a world in which we pride ourselves on multi-tasking, I needed a reminder to slow down, breathe, and live in the present moment. On my arrival, I took the time to stop and talk with our receptionist instead of running by, I’m enjoying the flavored creamer in my coffee, I noticed the new buds on my cactus plant. God knew I needed a gentle obvious reminder!
Enjoy each minute of your day today!
7 Responses
I so needed this reminder today! Thank you for sharing God’s message to you!
Toni, I’m so glad you found this helpful. God has a way of giving us what we need when we need it!
You are absolutely correct. God is always asking me to slow down and enjoy moment.
I, too, needed this as I get ready to give a retreat afternoon to some newcomers. God will take care. Thanks for posting this.
Broken oven, major car problem, school issue, mandatory meeting at work, missed meeting due to busted car . . . and on and on . . . (and that was all today!) It was good to be reminded to take a breath. God is good.
I certainly hope today is a little less “eventful” for you than yesterday!
I also need this reminder again, and again, and again…..
thanks