Busyness A Foe

With the holidays arriving so quickly it is easy for many to become overwhelmed with the various to-dos that bombard us with each day. I tend to easily get distracted with the preparation of meals, gift purchasing and home cleaning. Phew, just thinking of it makes me tired. In these hurried times, it is best if we can take moments to sit and ponder why we celebrate and what it really means. One of the enemy's sly tactics is to get us so weary, busy and distracted that the meaning of each passing holiday is hardly a thought. We are reminded in God's word that in whatever we do or say we should do giving thanks and ultimately glory to God. Yes, even in stirring gravy or standing in a shopping line we have reasons to be thankful. Don't let these important times pass you by without truly reflecting on all that He has done for you, giving thanks in everything you do and say.

Colossians 3:17 "And whatever you do in word or deed, do all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through Him."

Just Do It

As my family and I watched the movie Evan Almighty, I couldn't help but ponder the significance of that movie. God, in His desire to accomplish His purposes, asks us to be a part of what He is doing. He wants to use us to change the world. He's looking for those who are willing to be obedient to His call, no matter the cost or how daunting the task. Whether it comes with ridicule or misunderstanding by those around us, are we really willing to do what He asks? If we are willing to live life in reckless abandon to Him, He will do something amazing. Lord, I am willing. Help us have the courage to be obedient to whatever You call us to do. Let us not be concerned with those who may be watching, but let us stay true to our purpose to bring You glory. Let us live like Noah, and just do all that God commands us.

Genesis 6:22 "Thus Noah did; according to all that God commanded him, so he did."

Genesis 7:5 "And Noah did according to all that the LORD commanded him."

Sweet Aroma

Potpourri, aromatherapy, and essential oils all come to mind when I think of a sweet aroma. In my years in the spa industry, the thing I most enjoyed was the aromas. There is something beautiful and intoxicating about pure essential oils. I can almost smell them now. When we walk through a spa or even a store that permeates with beautiful essential oils, we naturally want to stop and breath in. Paul, in Ephesians, describes walking in love as an offering and sacrifice to God. He gives the great description that it is a sweet-smelling aroma to God. It is clear that God too, enjoys beautiful aromas. He, all through scripture, describes burnt offerings as a sweet-smelling aroma. But here in the new testament, we see walking in love described as a sweet-smelling aroma. I knew aromatherapy was no new invention, it truly originated long ago for God's glory. If we walk in love, we will not only be pleasing to God, but also to those around us. We'll make everyone who comes within a breathable distance of us want to stop and breath in.

Create a sweet-smelling aroma in your home, add a few drops of Peppermint Essential Oil or your favorite essential oil to a tart warmer or a simmering pot of water. As your home permeates with a beautiful aroma, let it be a reminder to you to walk in love.


Ephesians 5:2 "And walk in love, as Christ also has loved us and given Himself for us, an offering and a sacrifice to God for a sweet-smelling aroma."