A Moment of Renewal

I needed a break.

Life has a way of getting to hyper-speed if we let it. And I was starting to feel drained. The amount of energy I was giving throughout the week was not being replenished.

To ramp up the pressure, fall was now in full swing with winter just around the bend.

So when my husband and I decided to go for a walk on a local trail, I knew we had to go. But there was a problem; I was feeling unmotivated, ungrateful, and anxious. I really wanted to be present in the moment and full of gratitude and joy. But I wasn’t.

So I asked the Lord to help me.

I asked Him to change my mindset and my emotions so that I could get the most from my time in nature.

Not long after the walk started, I began feeling different. I noticed how beautiful the leaves were as they fell. I took in the peaceful sound of the wind rustling the leaves. I started smiling at the sunshine and the beauty around me. I was more present and grateful than I had been in a long time.

Then, we stumbled upon the most peaceful spot. A little picnic table overlooking a lake and all the picturesque fall scenery. I was more than excited to sit down and take it all in.

That was when my husband started to play one of his native flutes.

And it was just what I needed.

I started to feel so at ease. So peaceful. So thankful for everything around me. I also felt renewed.

I started to wonder, what experience I would have had if I hadn’t asked God for help. I probably would have missed so much goodness and joy that was right in front of me.

A walk with the Lord means that sometimes we will need help. We will cry out to God in moments of distress, needing His reply. Because there are some things that only God can do.

And I’m so glad He hears our prayers.

Praying for you,

Jasmine