Sunsets and Reflection

I have to admit that Spring Break makes me tired. I am there for several days with groups, investing in their lives, making sure the logistics are handled, sleeping (too little) on the ground rather than next to my wife in bed, missing my little girl, I’m sure you get that I’d like to be home by the end of the those several days. If I’m honest, when the last group arrived, I was about ready to start the countdown until I could go home.

As the group was settling in, we decided to go for a hike up a nearby peak to watch the sunset and spend some time in private meditation and prayer. I can tell you based on my study that it’s times like that the Lord speaks to his people, and I can tell you it’s been my experience several times, and specifically that day that the Lord refreshed my spirit and gave me strength and a renewed focus. I spent much of my time over the week preparing for whatever was next or focused on some task at hand, much in the same way we all spend our days at work, engrossed in the details. I was reminded of the importance of being still and knowing that He is God. There’s great comfort and peace in that.

Now, admittedly, this is a bit of a strange experience to share, but if that’s your thought then I’ve failed to convey what’s really on my mind. Here it is in concise terms: The mission of Compass was validated when I was reminded of the value of spending some time watching the sunset, taking a walk outside, turning off all of the electronic devices that distract us and spending time in self-reflection and prayer.

We all need some time to unwind, to gather our thoughts, refocus our minds on the purpose and meaning of our lives. Get outside, get alone and spend some time with the Lord and see what He wants to tell you.

Grace and Peace,
Steven