I'm at peace with an empty "To do" list... for now. In the past I've written all the things I've wanted to get done on a list. Then anxiety sets in and the only thing I've accomplished is added to my paper clutter.This time I'm really trying to trust God to guide me. There is a part of me that keeps raising the silly notion I'm not getting enough done, but then I remember Who is setting the pace.
It wasn't until yesterday that some major housework was completed. My son and I tackled our cluttered dining room, the kitchen cupboards were cleaned and re-organized, our laundry was washed and put away, and the bathroom got a deep cleaning.
Whew, that is quite a bit isn't it?
Whew, that is quite a bit isn't it?
Monday and Tuesday I even focused a little attention on my closet, and tried to weed out all the items I know won't ever be worn again. This has always been a difficult task because there hasn't been room in my budget for new clothes in years. This is a huge step in trusting God, and I'm at peace with the opportunity to share with others.
One tip I can share this week is to stop looking at the big picture. As you look at all the chaos and mess zoom in like a camera to one area, and tackle it a little at a time. If this little area is all you get done this week, have peace in that. Trust God and peace will come.
Allowing God to set the pace. In the past I have set too many things to do on my daily list. But if they are on there I think they have to be accomplished so I either act like wonder woman and accomplish it or feel guilty because I wasn't productive enough. Now I see what my problem is -- I set the pace myself. Thank you for your insight.
ReplyDeleteOr better yet, Pamela, let God set the pace. "He knows the plans he has for us..."
ReplyDeleteI also like to listen to "Jesus take the wheel" by Carrie Underwood while I'm working.
Does anyone else have any good ones?
I loved this one. I really need to dejunk my house and it will need to do it at a slow pase this year, I have had some health issues foa a wnile so this has slowed me down. I don't even have the Christmas decorations put away yet. I do like the idea of listening to the spirit direct what I do each day.
ReplyDeleteBlessings to you!
It sounds like you are doing really well both in getting things accomplishes and on trusting/waiting on God.
ReplyDeleteFocus on one small area. That is great advice that I think I just need to hear everyday!
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