Not that I can do it, but what it can do for me.
As I've been seeking hard after the Lord on many different levels of my life I've been learning and growing. Sometimes it is so overwhelming I can't understand it all at once. However, I know that God is growing me and molding me to be more like Him, and to be the woman He has created me to be.
"Have nothing to do with godless myths and old wives’ tales; rather, train yourself to be godly.
For physical training is of some value, but godliness has value for all things, holding promise for both the present life and the life to come."
1 Timothy 4:7-8
I'm not one to obsess over working out, however I really do enjoy it, and as my emotions have been on overload I've discovered not only is it important to train myself in godliness, but that physical training has value as well.
Getting out and walking helps me clear my mind. It's a time that I can pop in my ipod and for 30 minutes be away from all the struggles and worries. I can enjoy the cool air of the summer nights, and I can pray and receive direction. My most favorite part about going on walks, though, is God's Creation.
The other day I brought along my camera to capture some of the beauty I see every day when I go out.
Beautiful and unique flowers cover the trails and I can't help but just smile at the uniqueness of God's Creation!
These flowers are everywhere on the paths, and they happen to be my favorite.
Even things such as the sun, or the wind take my breath away when I think about the detail and depth God put into His Creation.
All these things remind me of how much the Creator of this world cares for what He has made. And if He cares such a great deal about flowers and the wind, then how much more does He care about me. I am all too often guilty of making Him too small.
“Where were you when I laid the earth’s foundation? Tell me, if you understand. Who marked off its dimensions? Surely you know!
Who stretched a measuring line across it?
On what were its footings set, or who laid its cornerstone—while the morning stars sang together and all the angels shouted for joy?"
Job 38:4-7
In the busyness of our world today, I think it is so important for us to step back and reflect on who God is. This can be done in so many different ways, and the best part is that He has made it specific to you. I enjoy walking, taking in the scenery and reflecting on what He has done, and yet to do.
What do you enjoy?
Jenna's Journal.
I agree. A walk can do wonders.
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