I'm a latecomer to the joys of coffee... it's become a daily "must have" beverage! Getting my own brew ready before leaving the house doesn't happen often, especially because I like to sit and savour the warmth and flavour.
Therefore, I allow myself the occasional cup of java at Tim Horton's... drive through of course, because I'm running late. Some mornings the line-up is just ridiculous. Seems half the world is fixated on caffeine - and likely can't survive without it.
Psalm 42:1 tells us that our souls long for God in the same way a deer pants for water... or the way humankind craves caffeine!
What if my pursuit of God was on par with my obsession for the perfect cup of dark roast coffee?
Tuesday, August 25, 2009
Tuesday, August 18, 2009
Flying High
Yesterday I experienced our beautiful community from the co-pilot's seat of a little Cessna. The weather was perfect and visibility was great. My pilot friend was practically giddy as we cruised along at 2,900 feet... We've had crazy amounts of rain and the aircraft had been out of commission pending the arrival of a new engine, so it had been awhile since he'd been out in his toy!
Several things left an impression on me after our adventure:
1. Familiar places can be unrecognizable from a different vantage point and everything is tiny!
2. There is a certain amount of faith required to get off the ground.
3. Pilots need the current data and wisdom of air traffic controllers.
4. Even though it's high-speed travel, there is also a feeling of suspension in time.
Sadly, a flight instructor and passenger from our little airport were killed in a crash last night. Two families are grieving today. Life is unpredictable and you never know which moment will be your last.
I'm grateful for the safe and enjoyable flight with my friend. The new perspective is valuable:
1. God has the big picture view of my little world and is more than capable of meeting my needs.
2. Only faith in Him will get me soaring.
3. God's the one who provides guidance if I'm tuned in and listening.
4. Though our tendency is to fly through the day at high speed, it's important to savour each moment and make the most of each opportunity.
Jesus, help me fly...
Several things left an impression on me after our adventure:
1. Familiar places can be unrecognizable from a different vantage point and everything is tiny!
2. There is a certain amount of faith required to get off the ground.
3. Pilots need the current data and wisdom of air traffic controllers.
4. Even though it's high-speed travel, there is also a feeling of suspension in time.
Sadly, a flight instructor and passenger from our little airport were killed in a crash last night. Two families are grieving today. Life is unpredictable and you never know which moment will be your last.
I'm grateful for the safe and enjoyable flight with my friend. The new perspective is valuable:
1. God has the big picture view of my little world and is more than capable of meeting my needs.
2. Only faith in Him will get me soaring.
3. God's the one who provides guidance if I'm tuned in and listening.
4. Though our tendency is to fly through the day at high speed, it's important to savour each moment and make the most of each opportunity.
Jesus, help me fly...
Thursday, August 6, 2009
Huffing and Puffing
As an almost two-year cancer survivor it's been important for me to take part in fundraising for the Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation's CIBC Run for the Cure. The Running Room has hosted a Survivor's Clinic so us girls who have had challenges with our "girls" can learn to run 5 kilometres and prepare for race day.
My natural tendency is to spare my heart, lungs and legs of any exertion... this tendency has distressed my doctors, so this spring I have taken steps (pun intended) to get more active and also shed excess weight.
Running is not yet fun. I have to choose to make the time, grab my shoes, and prepare to sweat. Huffing and puffing is practically mandatory at this stage. Still, there is something nice about shimmying into some pants that used to be tight. When you see results, it makes the effort more reasonable.
My natural tendency is to spare my heart, lungs and legs of any exertion... this tendency has distressed my doctors, so this spring I have taken steps (pun intended) to get more active and also shed excess weight.
Running is not yet fun. I have to choose to make the time, grab my shoes, and prepare to sweat. Huffing and puffing is practically mandatory at this stage. Still, there is something nice about shimmying into some pants that used to be tight. When you see results, it makes the effort more reasonable.
I must press on. I want to achieve the goal and run well - physically and spiritually. Discipline: a necessity to "run the race" and receive the heavenly prize for which God, through Christ Jesus, is calling us.
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