Wednesday, September 3

Constructive purposes


yard wide web
Originally uploaded by Jean 1.

When I went outside to grab the newspaper I noticed this beautiful spider web hanging between my tree and the shrubs. Its pattern, though not perfect, was done with obvious diligence.

Life, as we all know, goes by too fast. We spend our days trying to get as much done as we can in the limited hours we are awake. Our children complain that life is too slow. "That's too far away" is an often heard complaint around here when we talk about an upcoming event. In this life God has granted, I find that I fall short much too often in areas of importantance...but somehow I accomplish many trivial tasks merely because I can. I have decided to focus on more of the meaningful things in life in my day to day workings. I want to take more time for quiet time with my Bible and communion with the Lord. I want to sow into relationships in a way that blesses them. I want to know that when I look back at these days that I did more than make sure I caught the Today show regularly or see that my health is greatly improved to reflect a godly stewardship of the body God has given to me.

3 comments:

Jean 2 said...

Not a fan of spiders but hey-the web is an amazing design. Definitely something to ponder on...

Maren said...

How lovely! As busy moms, it is so important to refresh our souls and remember our relationship with God. Thank you for that wonderful reminder:)

Laurie said...

Amazing picture!! Nature always speaks to me of God more than anything else...I'm glad you got something great out of it too. :)