Have you ever been too busy? The wake up running, can’t stop to do anything before dashing out the door, come home late enough to drop into bed to sleep too little just to wake and repeat?
Friends and family all wonder where you’ve gone, who you morphed into and just when you might return. And you may find, if you aren’t careful, you may be forever lost. Wait too long and those relationships are gone, the family bonds broken. Simply put, all those human connections – the stuff that gives life meaning–those connections are disconnected, disabled, even severed.
Several years ago, I disconnected myself from many relationships without even trying. A family emergency had transpired, and I was the one to scramble to the rescue. That rescue propelled me into many directions at once, all important endeavors vying for my time. The end result was every waking minute of every day was consumed, for a few years.
I unintentionally disconnected from friends and family. At the time I just hit pause. I literally had no time. I had to do what was needed for those counting on me.
Sadly, I also spent a lot less time with God. I halted my hour daily Bible Study. I read a short devotional or a Bible passage. I’m getting His word into me during this stage of life, I justified.
I prayed quick praises and requests on a short commute. Gone were long prayers in solitude several times a day. I had no time for that. I’d lament missing those connections with God then hurry on to the next task.
After a few years, life suddenly slowed. I took time to take stock. I missed those people connections. And most, I missed the faith walk, the time I could connect with God.
I never left God. He never left me. But many days, He got very little of me. As with my people, He got the little leftovers.
As I took stock of my faith, I found His faithfulness. James 4:8 says, “Draw closer to me and I will draw closer to you.” When I went searching for that deeper connection once again, I found Him there with open arms ready to embrace me.
Friends and family often react similarly, but not always. That’s okay. Relationships are definitely a two-way street.
But God ALWAYS wants that deeper connection with each of His children.
Even when the outlet’s turned off or the power cord is frayed- He’ll do what is necessary to re-establish the connection. He is all powerful. His promise can be trusted. Draw nearer to me and I’ll draw nearer to you.
He will.
No questions asked.
Prayer: Dear Heavenly Father, Thank You for always wanted to draw closer to me, Your child. Please show me how to draw closer to You. Thank You for creating that yearning for You deep inside me. In Jesus’ name, Amen.