Well done (patting myself on the back)

Back from a 2.5 mile run. I'm getting a lot better. I did not have to do as many interval walks this time and I found my rhythm pretty quickly. I have a long list of things to do today and I need to get them all done before 4. I barely slept last night. I must say that all this exercise and better eating is increasing my energy quite a bit. I could just be manic though.....Anyway, while on my run I had a thought about how the simple things are the most profound. I asked God to reveal himself to me in a way I would be able to understand. Subsequently, my life has seriously slowed down. I have used the quote on many occasions that if the devil can't stand in your way, he will get behind you and push you to fast. It is at that point that you begin to lose site of the things of God that ARE in your life. We are to use our gifts to his glory, but society tells you to use it to gain wealth for yourself. So many famous rapper and singers are idolized with their flashy lifestyles. But doesn't Gods word say that He will give us all that stuff anyway if we keep Him first in our lives? He owns EVERY cattle on the hill.....Ask and it shall be given unto you. There's no place for selfishness. As I sat and sewed my daughters dress yesterday I felt such piece. I am not a very patient person but I felt His spirit within me telling me to take my time, don't rush. There were many times I felt like stopping and told myself, "You cant do this, you just wasted your money," but there was and even smaller voice that said just keep going. It took some time but the experience was very rewarding and It felt good to do something with and for my daughter. I have to leave behind my idea of who God is, and be more receptive to what I am being shown. I feel like I should seek him more in simple things, it's the strength of the simple things that are so profound!