May 5
May is by far the busiest month for our family. And this year, we’ve added some significant events to the calendar. I’m graduating high school, my sister (Leanna) is planning a wedding (!), and we’re headed West for a family trip.
These are exciting times—busy times. My days are brimming with plans and work and writing.
I like being busy. But this prayer stirred me last week to realign my priorities—to tackle my to-do list only after I’ve drawn near to God:
May I…
never be too busy to attend to my soul,
never be so engrossed with time
that I neglect the things of eternity;
thus may I not only live, but grow towards Thee.*
Be busy. But don’t forget why you plan parties or cook meals or pack for vacation: to glorify Jesus Christ.
In Him,
Bethany J.
*Excerpted from A Christian’s Prayer, The Valley of Vision, edited by Arthur Bennett
bethanyjmelton.com 
Thanks for sharing this, such a good reminder! 😊
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Thank you for this, Bethany. I needed it today.
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Thanks for this sweet, short reminder, Bethany! Spring is such a busy time and it’s easy to lose focus! God has special things for us even in our busyness and I for one don’t want to miss out! 🙂
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That last comment was me (Kim Hill.) Sorry! I was under Clayton’s account when I posted.
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Hey, Bethany! Great post!
I nominated you for the Be Thou My Vision blogger award. I know you’re busy, but it’s quick and easy, and I hope you’ll take part! 🙂
https://undyingjoy.wordpress.com/2019/05/05/be-thou-my-vision-tag/
*hugs* ~Erin 💕
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