Watch, wait and will....

Life seemed different years ago.  Growing up in a family of seven people certainly wasn't boring.  There was plenty to do, plenty to learn and plenty of activity.  Yet life didn't seem as rushed and overwhelming then.  There were times for visiting relatives, Sunday afternoon drives, family entertainment and moments with neighbors. 

What changed?  We now have more conveniences and communication options, yet we visit less, work more and multi-task as a way of life. Ask someone how they are doing and the common response is...very tired.  We have microwave ovens, dishwashers, riding lawnmowers, snow blowers, computers, cell phones and so much more.  Yet we seem to accomplish less, rest less and remain frustrated. 

The word "wait" seems to bring an audible gasp, it seems.  I remember going to the grocery store as a child with my Mom.  There were no scanners, bar codes or debit cards.  There was a huge machine the cashier used with many rows of numbers.  For each item purchased, the numbers of the price were punched across the machine, while we waited.  Now, we become impatient if the scanner doesn't process the price the first time. 

We don't have time to wait.  We don't have time to enjoy life. We barely have time for others.  We are tired, weary, overwhelmed and constantly stressed.  A doctor told me several years ago that the vast majority of health conditions found in hospital beds are directly related to stress.  How do we handle life's demands?

There's no easy answer. Yet one of my favorite Scripture verses encourages me greatly with three "W" words:  watch, wait and will.  Focusing more on God, the hope He brings and the assurance of His Presence will soothe my soul on this often hurried journey.  May I watch for Him continually, wait for His guidance and rely on His assurance that He hears my every prayer.  He is my Savior, my strength and my song...and He always has time for me. He is faithful.  May I always take time for Him.♥~thl

"But as for me, I watch in hope for the Lord, I wait for God my Savior; my God will hear me."  Micah 7: 7