"Stop For A Moment"
With human minds we emotionally bind ourselves to things we cannot see.
Hopelessly setting a course that will deprive us of the strings of peace that were given to you and me.
We often pass up rainbows, a spring shower, a sunset, or even just a smile.
Yet in the name of prosperity and growth we'll go the extra mile.
God gave us the ability to experience the delicate sides of this earth.
But often we don't allow ourselves to fully appreciate what it's worth.
Have you ever whistled with a songbird, been touched by a breeze, or smelt the seasons in the air?
Or did you just consider them daily problems and not ever really care?
Have you ever had a falling leaf placed gently at your feet?
Carried by a loving wind just for you to meet.
Did you let it say good morning friend, or kick it to the side?
Thinking that you're late for work or you'll never catch your ride.
During a crowded traffic jam have you ever looked up high?
To see how God directs the clouds as they go flying through the sky.
What was your thought today as you tumbled out of bed?
"Thank you Lord for this day" or "Man do I feel dead".
You see it's up to us to find these things as we're traveling down life's road.
Because God sends these gifts to cross our paths and relieve or heavy load.
~David Waddell
This poem really speaks volumes to me at this point in my life. I am a very busy person. I am involved with my church, with friends, with work, with family, and with school! I do not have much time to sit around and twiddle my thumbs. I love the fast paced life style, but sometimes I need to just sit back and evaluate if I am too busy! I chose to share this poem because I feel that everyone can relate to it. Some people may not be as busy as others, but everyone gets overwhelmed sometimes. This poem encourages us to just be still and enjoy the small things in life. Truthfully, most people never slow down long enough to enjoy their day to day life. Of course they can have fun, but do people today really know how to enjoy day to day life?
When life throws things at you that seem like a hindrance, look at them optimistically and know that everything happens for a reason! God could be using that one particular thing to show you patience. So, next time you are running around like a crazy person and nothing is going your way...pause and take pleasure in the simple things!
(The song above is by a Christian singer named Francesca Battistelli. She has a beautiful voice and is one of my favorite singers! This song goes perfectly with this blog. Enjoy:)
lgj:)
God is good all the time and all the time God is good. He may not come when you want him too, but he's always on time. My church choir sings a song titled "He's an on time God, oh yes he is" that statement is so true to its word. I love the lord Jesus, and I really enjoyed listening to the poem above.
ReplyDeleteThat is soo awesome! I love that song. I actually sing the solo to that song in my church. :)God is definitely good all the time.
ReplyDeleteI agree with you about the importance of this poem. I too and a busy person with volleyball, work, classes, etc. It is important to sit back every once in a while and remember who let this day come to us. He is the main reason we are all here and we need to give Him the credit for the days we see and can enjoy.
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