STOPS!

I realize I missed yesterday. I left home to watch a granddaughter play basketball, and ended up staying all night . . . without my computer. So I would have to say that on December 8, 2011, I was very thankful for my family who even acted excited to bed me down for the night . . . even had a new toothbrush for me to use! Now--that is hospitality. :)

The picture is of a door stop that I use on our bedroom door. It is heavy, and is supposed to look grungy!! Just in case anyone was concerned.

But more important than holding the door open (or shut) is the reminder that I need STOPS in my life--both to hold me back and also to keep me open.

I don't like change, but I am a person full of ideas and when a new thought enters my head I have been known (sadly enough) to rush headlong into a project only to get in the middle and realize I am in WAY over my head and have no idea how to get out. My STOP would have been prayer, and seeking counsel.

But I also know I need to be OPEN for the changes and opportunities that God brings my direction. To move when He says move. To learn to trust His prodding and then be obedient.

And yes. . . sometimes I look grungy in the doing.

December 9, 2011

Thank you, Lord, for the STOPS you put in my life, even when they seem heavy at times. And I am most grateful that You cover my grunge with Your love.