Later that night as we climbed into bed, I was feeling heavy hearted. I was remembering when we first dated and couldn't wait to spend time together...it did not matter what we did, it was just about being together. The mundane task of going to check our mail boxes was a highlight of our day...if we were doing it together. Our relationship was central, not the task at hand. I was a little sad that our focus had shifted that day running errands. So I decided to sweetly mentioned my thoughts to Mike during pillow talk. And he sweetly agreed that we needed that reminder. And all felt right again.
I rolled over to go to sleep with a feeling of peace and then, in the silence (even the pack of wild dogs out our window were quiet), I heard His voice in my heart. I clearly heard God say... that is how I feel about you...make me your center. Walk with me everywhere, just be WITH me and loving others will be the highlight of your day! Your relationship with Me is more important than the task (service) that you do in My Name.
A common question asked by Christians is 'Do you have a relationship with Jesus?' I know what it means to have a relationship with an imperfect man, to fall in love, and give my heart completely to him for 26 years and counting. Why should a relationship with my Creator, who gave His life for me, not engulf my heart for eternity? He is my treasure!
'For where your treasure is, there your heart will also be.' Matt 6:21
Kim
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