+DEV+ Meaning in the Mundane

Date: August 25, 2010 2:02 AM
Topic: +DEV+ Meaning in the Mundane

Meaning in the Mundane

"From the days of John the Baptist until now, the kingdom of heaven has been forcefully advancing, and forceful men lay hold of it...He who has ears, let him hear" (Matthew 11:12, 15).
Scripture Focus: Matthew 11:1-30

"Keep your eyes peeled," my Dad used to say to us kids. "Maybe you'll see a deer."

"Perk up your ears. Hear that turkey gobble?" He saw sights and heard sounds the rest of us missed. Have our walks through life become mundane? Are we missing what God has for us?

Too often we long for earthly love, while God stands unnoticed, arms open wide. We long for direction, while His Word remains unread. We let the world's persistent din drown out His soft voice.

Stop! Keep your spiritual eyes peeled. Do you see God's kingdom advancing? Do you see that clerk who needs a smile-that person sitting alone?

Perk up your spiritual ears. Do you hear God calling you to converse with Him? Do you hear the silent cries from those who don't know Him?

People and situations we can pray for surround us. When you feel grumpy, ask God to fill you with joy. Thank Him for strength as you shovel the driveway. Pray for your family as you fold their clothes.

Insight: We can experience meaning in the mundane through the spiritual senses God has given us.