A Change of Perspective

 I was reading, in one of my books, the story of a man who blindly chased his hat on a windy afternoon into the middle of the street and was killed. The words stated: "He lost everything chasing nothing." How I stand convicted....


In coming back home.. I realize that most of my time and effort has been in chasing things blown around by the 'wind'.. things I may never obtain. Idols? perhaps. The things that I desire are good, I believe but there are no guarantees they will ever be realized... but now I understand how they have blocked my view and have threatened to take over my focus.


I guess it is easy to get distracted.. even by what we think is good.


Tonight I had to do some more soul searching and sever those things that cling and steal Life from me, because I have invited them and feed them. I have to learn how not to pay attention to them anymore or listen to their calling.. but to SEEK GOD and HIS KINGDOM FIRST and to let HIM take care of 'ALL THESE THINGS' as HE chooses.


Running LEAN without the added baggage will be good. I know I'll be lighter, swifter, more peaceful and more joyful. Show me how to let go GOD.. and give me a new perspective.