Meditations for Christians Who Try To Be Perfect
Thursday 2nd of September 2010
Diverting Our Attention
Psalm 143:10: “Teach me to do your will, …lead me on level ground.”
“How can I help you?” I asked.
As his companion turned to look at the merchandise behind us, my customer responded, “I need a gift for my five-year-old daughter in the hospital.”
“How about a shirt?” I asked. “Here’s a cute one.”
“Hm-mm-mm. Maybe I should check with her mother. Would you hold this while I make a phone call?” He glanced at his friend who joined him by the door. “We’ll be right back,” they promised.
When I walked back to the counter, the cash register was open. We had been robbed. The men’s plan worked. The noble gift buying story diverted my attention from the real issue — a robbery was taking place.
We may not be aware that our obsessive work and people pleasing habits divert our attention from the real issues of life. While appearing noble, they often keep us from experiencing intimate and fulfilling relationships with others and God. Once we acknowledge that our excessive helping and doing actually hinders us and others, we can begin to change. God will give us insight about ourselves, as we ask him to. Then we can learn to practice new and healthy life skills.
Lord, help me to learn how
to work and serve in ways
that enhance my relationships.
Copyright 2010 Joan C. Webb
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