Glancing Forward

It's been months now since I've written.

I've heard that creativity is one of the first things to go.

During seasons of stress.

And responsibility.

That's been so true for me these last months..

Maybe for you as well.

But.

I read something recently that I loved.

It came from my study notes in the book of Hebrews.


During a time when the rug has been pulled out from under

life as we know it -

It was simple.

And spoke to me.

"Love your family,

Your spouse

Your job

And your church,

but set your sights beyond the horizon.

You are an activist,

Invested in witnessing to a needy world,

but take frequent glances 

toward a promised community still to come.

You're a gardener,

And a builder,

shaping environments,

turning weeds into something beautiful,

painting

and patching

and clearing -

but,

you know God is building something 

far more beautiful

and breathtaking

just for you."

Thankful to be walking through

Not taking up permanent residence in this world.

Thankful for the future He has promised me.