I just purloined (look it up) my title from the former KIPing It Real podcast. It's also a reference to Firefly, a space western (available on Netflix).
What do I mean by "Ooo Shiny"? In this case, it's all of those things that grab my attention and distract me. This was on my heart during communion on Sunday. I had just spent a whirlwind two days spending money on hobbies. Confession probably too much money. During communion, I was confessing how I often allow things, hobbies, etc. distract me from my relationship with the Lord. I can so easily fall into the trap of getting all consumed with something be it work, hobbies, a trip, television - you name it. If I want that close love relationship with Jesus, all of that other stuff has to fall in line behind him. I know God gave me a love for the fiber arts, but I now want to know how He wants me to use it.
With that said, I'm off to another knitting retreat. But I'm committed to having devotion time while there.
The last knitting retreat was life changing. I found out I have sleep apnea. My roommate noticed I stopped breathing while sleeping. Now, my CPAP machine is going with me. I hope I sleep better tonight with it than last night.
Remember (this goes double for me): Don't be distracted by every shiny thing, but follow the one who outshines them all.
You won't believe this.... Jeff and I watched every episode of Firefly!!!! Too funny! I will pray for your trip..... Father, I pray Becky follows Your lead into each day of her conference so that time spent with You will come easily and naturally. Father I ask that You meet in a special way while she is away, I pray she sees You, feels You all around her and begins to find out how You might use the gifts You have given her. Father I pray You light her way clearly, I pray that Becky is rested and refreshed in her relationship with You and that she finds new passion in her time with You. Father, in Christ I lift Becky and her time away into Your care. Through Christ I come. Amen. Enjoy your time Becky, see you when you return!
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