Loving My Actual Life by Alexandra Kuykendall

Author:Alexandra Kuykendall
Language: eng
Format: epub
Tags: REL012070;REL012120;SEL016000;Christian women—Religious life
Publisher: Baker Publishing Group
Published: 2016-03-16T16:00:00+00:00

What I Learned

There is a time to get out of a rut and try something new. Breaking up the established routine reminds me that I can keep growing, learning, and changing. And it helps me see the familiar with new eyes, helps me appreciate all the good right in front of me that goes unnoticed.

And then there’s recognizing that the normal everyday is pretty good, even pretty amazing. This month helped me remember that wishing for more excitement isn’t necessarily the goal. Because excitement can in fact be more difficult than the humdrum of regular life. It can come in the form of crisis. Sometimes today’s slow and quiet or chaotic and loud—whatever my current version of normal pace may be—is better than the alternative.

I also experienced a sense of adventure that isn’t about impressing others, but about following what God is doing right here, in my own little circle of influence. My neighborhood, my children’s schools, my family. And that my “little” gestures can contribute to a larger picture than I might ever see. I have opportunities every day to embrace working with God rather than working my own plan. I don’t need to go far to look for adventure. The best kind is right where he is. My job is to notice what he’s doing so I can do my part to make it happen. What could be more exciting than that?

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