The weekend is here and I have only a few hours left to do the last minute details, a few more trips to the store, and pack up the kids and myself. But then....ah! I will retreat.
Not the battle cry of a defeated army - but the call of God to come and rest and hear his Word. Retreat back to the simple things. Relinquish your cell phone, your watch, and listen to what's important.
My posts for this blog have fallen from my list of priorities not because I haven't been thinking about it, but because I haven't been able to scratch out the time. I don't watch much TV, I read too much, and I homeschool my children. Despite my mental efforts not feel overwhelmed by this retreat weekend, it's impossible to do that completely. I have not lost my patience, I've been overjoyed with the news of each individual who has decided to attend - all of which has happened in the last week!
The last retreat was for me and my team of sisters. We showed up, were pampered, and left renewed. This time it is our turn to serve. But I will not be worn down by that service. Christ is my example, he gave and gave to his followers, but reserved time for himself in quiet prayer. What a beautiful role model.
My prayer for this weekend:
Lord, I pray that you keep my team of sister healthy and relaxed this weekend, so we are ready to meet any obstacle head on with a positive feel in our heart. I pray that all the women who have signed up are met by you right at the door; that you calm any anxieties, quell any nerves, speak to them in words they will hear and understand.
I ask the Holy Spirit to surround us with a shield from the outside influences - negativity, germs, scheduling conflicts - anything that will come between them and Renewal. Lord, you know why you have sent each of these women. Help us to met their needs, to speak the words you want us to, to reach them in a loving way.
I pray this in Your Name!
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