Ephesians 6: 18 And pray in the Spirit on all occasions with all kinds of prayers and requests. With this in mind, be alert and always keep on praying for all the Lord’s people.
I was listening to the radio a day ago and John Tesh, a popular radio personality was talking about saving money next time you go shopping. He said that you should find the shortest line to check out. not to worry about how many things are in someones cart, because the swipe machines all work the same speed but the cashiers are trained to chat with people as they check out and offer other sales opportunities.
So, up until the point you are being checked out in line, you are still in shopping mode. Your focus is not on checking out yet but you are looking around for other items to purchase. Candy bars, magazines, chap stick, gift cards are all strategically placed so you will see them at just the last minute and make a snap discussion to buy them.
Everyday, every minute of the day, you are being assaulted with opportunities from the Devil. Designed to distract you and draw you off course and away from God and the plans He has for you. The closer you get to God the more desperate the enemy becomes to steal you away.
Every person is like a piece of a puzzle in the plans of God. So no matter how large or small a part you play in the puzzle, you are designed to connect to other people. If you're not in play then connections are being missed. Gods plan for your life involved a lot more then you. His plans are wrapped around other people and you are part of their plans as well.
The Apostle Paul encourages us to pray continually about every aspect of our lives and to FOCUS on the God centered things. Don't get distracted waiting inline to check out, stay focused on God and the plans He has for you!
Have a great week,
Ps. Steve
