When a local friend calls at 7:30am Monday morning from the airport in Dallas, I know something is wrong. She flies in response to a family emergency, and I don’t wait for her to ask for help with the kids. We’re both military families and like all military folks know, family extends well beyond blood lines. When it matters, we find our own wings stretch far enough to cover extra chicks. And so this past week has found this mama doing just that. My morning ‘quiet time’ flies the coup, but I find rest in quiet stolen moments with the Lord. My service unto Him is no less honoring because it happens on the floor and over Go Fish {or at the sink and over dishes} rather than on the sofa and over my devotional. I am already in Christ and He is in me.
This weekend will bring more of the same. I’ll make sure 6 young’uns have bellies full and homework done. And that they have a generous helping of fun stuff, too!
On this weekend, may you feel His wings covering you and all He’s put in your care. May you know the safety of His arms stretched wider than wide, ushering in the gotta-get-dones while brushing away the it-can-waits. May you know His presence is loving, never condemning. And may you have a generous helping of fun stuff, too. I love you!
Diane Bailey says
Kristen, I wish you lived in the same city with me, I would come over and help you. You are an amazing friend. Jewels in your crown, sister, jewels in your crown.
Kristen says
Sweet Diane, I think my crown may be a bit rusty after this morning! 😉 Thankfully my friend’s children are positively dreamy, so they are easy to love on. 🙂 Have a great weekend, friend.
Becky K says
You inspire me, Kristen. Why do I feel better knowing there are other moms out there whose quiet time (and writing time?!?) gets shot to the wind when duty calls, but that God is with us every moment. Remaining in the vine, sister – last I checked, those branches in my back yard aren’t setting aside just one hour at the crack of dawn to be with the Lord. Thank you for this message. Blessings to you and yours (plus extras)!
Kristen says
Oh thank you, Becky. And I love the imagery you paint with the vine ~ true, true!