Wasting Time

As my husband would say, “Go and get off the asphalt!”

Too often, we stay in the grind, and we wonder why we have no peace.

We keep our head down, our hands busy, and our feet on flight.

We rush through the routine, seeking more and coming up empty.

But instead of continuing the toil, you’ll find that if you’ll stop to breathe, you’ll actually find more energy.

When you pause, reflect and take a minute, you’ll find the world can stop spinning.

So, go take a deep breath and soak in the mountain breeze.

Stand by a waterfall and remember it’s not about you.

Hike the hilltop and see that you can accomplish and win.

Walk beside a creek and find your laughter again.

Do some star gazing and be reminded of the Creator who causes your heart to beat.

These are never times wasted.

They are moments refreshed, restored and rejuvenated.

They are glimpses of peace and serenity.

Go get you some.

The heavens declare the glory of God;
And the firmament shows His handiwork.
Day unto day utters speech,
And night unto night reveals knowledge.
There is no speech nor language
Where their voice is not heard.
Their line has gone out through all the earth, and their words to the end of the world.

Psalm 19:1-4

You will keep him in perfect peace,
Whose mind is stayed on You,
Because he trusts in You.

Isaiah 26:3