MikeLord, it looks like another busy day, but then it seems like they all are. I can already anticipate going to bed tonight with far too many things still on my “to do” list. I’m already anxious and frustrated thinking about this.
I know that’s not what you want. In fact, I’m pretty sure that you don’t intend for me to be overloaded at all. You’re not going to give me more than I can handle. If I’m drowning in work, it’s because I jumped into the deep end of the pool on my own.
Forgive me for self-reliance and for leaving you out in my haste to get things done. Give me wisdom to know what to work on and what to let go of. Teach me to say “yes” quickly to you and much more slowly to other requests.
Help me to be thankful that I have plenty to do, and that it is work that is meaningful and enjoyable. I know that many people can’t say that about their jobs (or lack of).
Speaking of others, I’m aware that my stress often spills onto those around me. Remind me today that people are more important than tasks. Let me see everyone as you see them. Then I’ll be less likely to think of them as tools or as obstacles.
When I pray, “Lead me not into temptation,” make me aware that one of my greatest temptations is to find value and worth in busy-ness. My identity needs to be in you and you alone. A full and abundant life comes from a relationship with you, not from the accomplishment of tasks or the applause of others.
So lead me today. Guide my thoughts and my priorities. Let my words and actions demonstrate the abiding presence of your Spirit in my life. Let’s tackle this day together, and when I go to bed tonight, let my unfinished “to do’s” be covered up by the sound of your voice saying, “Well done.”
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