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Chris Adams is a wife, mom, and Mimi to many who loves Jesus. She is an inspirational speaker for women who focuses on biblically centered teaching and leadership training. She loves to share how we can walk in faith no matter what circumstances we find ourselves in. God wants us to continue to grow as disciples as long as we have breath and He wants us to overflow Christ’s love to those around us. Chris will share with you how “an imperfect woman in God’s perfect plan” can thrive and influence others for Him.
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- Rushing, Rushing, Rushing…
How many “busy”-bodies are out there reading this? Maybe you find yourself rushing through life—even when you don’t need to. Perhaps you’re a Type A personality, trying to save time by getting everything done quickly and efficiently. Right now snow predictions have changed many of my plans and my first thought was, “how can I get everything done?”
I love long, unhurried mornings with the Lord now that I’m retired. I truly savor that time. But after that, it’s a different story. I like being busy. I actually function better with some time constraints. Lately, though, the Lord has been showing me what I’m missing when I rush through my to-do list—even shopping with AirPods in, listening to a podcast. Using my time wisely, right?
Maybe not.
I desire to be aware of the Lord working around me, and I often ask Him to use me. But my focus too easily shifts to getting things done. I’ve realized I’m missing daily opportunities to minister to those along my busy path—and even in my own home. I’m learning that I have a long way to go in cultivating a quiet, gentle spirit.
Peter speaks to this.
Don’t let your beauty consist of outward things like elaborate hairstyles and wearing gold jewelry, but rather what is inside the heart—the imperishable quality of a gentle and quiet spirit, which is of great worth in God’s sight. 1 Peter 3:3–4:
Jesus also reminds us, Be ready for service and keep your lamps burning (Luke 12:35). When I choose to stay watchful for ways to serve Him and shine His light throughout my day, I become more willing to stop and serve Him spontaneously as He leads. And I’m discovering something beautiful—He multiplies my time when I do. He is teaching me how to keep a heart at rest even in the midst of a busy day.
Lord, help me rest even as I stay busy, trusting that You will allow me to accomplish what You deem best each day. Change my busy plans into Your restful ones so I don’t miss those spontaneous assignments. As I slow down, help me stay watchful for Your ordained work in my life each day.
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