Today on the way to work, the woman in the car behind me honked at me. Not once, but twice. This happened just as we were getting off the highway. The first time, we were at a red light waiting to turn right. The car ahead of me went and I went up to stop, then turn. Apparently this woman did not think I should stop first because she laid on her horn as I came to a halt. Then, right after I turned, I switched lanes. I did not cut her off, but did go in front of her. Again she laid on her horn.
This instance got me thinking...Why are we in such a hurry? I mean, what's the point? What's the rush? Think of Jesus. He went everywhere by foot. A nice gradual pace that provided him with the opportunity to greet others, meet others and share with others. I don't think I would have minded living in that time. I mean I would hate to think that Jesus is walking down the sidewalk tomorrow and I don't stop to meet him because I am in too much of a rush to get to work. Instead of stopping and saying, "What's up JC?" I zoom past him in my car.
I think this could be a reflection of how I live my life lately. I take the scenic route on Wednesdays and Sundays when I'm at church...Other days however I am too concerned with my busy life to stop and truly thank and chat with the One who gave me this life.
Jesus, I pray that You would help me slow down. Help me to make the time to see You, chat with You and share You with those I encounter. Help me to be a living sanctuary for You. I pray that You would remind me that life doesn't always consist of having to shake my groove thing, but making time for the slow, intimate dances as well. Amen.
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