I don’t often stand before our Celebrate Recovery group and take a chip for something I’m addressing to overcome in my life.  However, last night I did it.  I took the day one chip for facing the fears which have crippled me all my life.  I told the group from this day forward I will not only be present in work, I will be present in spirit.  I want to be fully awake to what God wants me to see and hear as I am doing His business.  I want to see the person hurting as I’ve always hurt.  I don’t want to be so self-absorbed that I miss these God moments.  Somehow it has always been good enough to simply be present even though the voices of “not good enough” dominated what was going through my mind.  These voices were certainly not from God’s Holy Spirit.  I thank God for opening my eyes to see that I don’t need to listen and believe these voices ever again.  What a humbling and strengthening message this is.

Today, when I finish working with a neighboring school district, Kathy and I will leave for Oregon to spend a couple days with her sister.  I had said I’d help her with some yard work. I had also forgotten my commitment until Kathy reminded me a couple days ago.  Of course there are many things which are needing finished here, but I know it is good to get away and clear the mind.  So, I’ll simply enjoy this chance and tackle what’s here to do when we return Saturday evening.  To God be all glory!