Take the Day…
That phrase came to me every time I thought of work, work related people or projects on a recent weekend excursion. I knew it was a phrase derived from the Latin, Carpe diem, meaning, seize the day. Rather than use all my word limit explaining, I challenge you to look it up!
“Take the day”. That’s something a good boss says to a faithful employee. I have been blessed to work for some good employers- and have been told often, “take the day”. It always sounds like music to my ears–but this wasn’t coming from an earthly boss…but rather an Unknown Voice to my spirit.
Take the day. Enjoy. Listen. Breathe.
The breeze itself even speaks it as it pulls my hair out from under my borrowed cap. Take the day. It whispered when I went for my phone as it vibrated.
This day is not ours to keep–but rather to use. Wisely.
I have a notion that if we took a deep breath–relaxed–we would find Him. Finding Him, getting on the same page as Jesus would do far more for the dark circles under our eyes than any big name and even bigger price tag cosmetic concealer.
Recently I attended the funeral of my granny’s best friend, Rev. Annie Mae Hinson (107 years old). One of her family members share the impact she made on his life from a fishing boat. She took the time—and took the day. He remembered long years later.
As I sit here gazing across this lake, I remembered a Man who took the time to pour into others—but also set the example to follow of “taking time with His Father”.
Whether you are in ministry (24/7)-or work an 8 to 5, five days a week job, we should all heed the example. Take the day—take some time.
Pull away from social media, ringing phones and get alone with our beloved—but more importantly, with our Father.
Jeff and I have been married for almost 32 years, and during this weekend get-away, I enjoyed a day on the golf course with him. My first.
I didn’t play—but I observed. Every sight, sound and surprise that God put in my path. From the Ichthys in cloud formation, to the alligator sunning herself on the bank of the big pond.
When I went to bed that night, I reflected back on what I saw and was reminded of the many things I likely missed while my head was bent over the Google-MapQuest app on the, you guessed it, cell phone. And every time I heard the whispered, “Take the day”, I felt shamed that so much of my life is steered by this technological device.
So friend, what about you? Have you taken the liberty to seize the day? I challenge you! As soon as you possibly can, pack a peanut butter sandwich (or whatever floats your boat) and get in a boat with HIM and drift along the waters edge with HIM…. (No, you don’t necessarily have to get in a real boat, but you get the point.)
Get with JESUS. That’s my hearts cry today.
(c) Angie Knight 2014. All rights reserved. Used by permission. (Previously published in StreetTalk America, Chipley, Florida)
Such a needed devotion for me, Angie. We have been back and forth between our apartment and new home, remodeling. It has been chaotic and I have been overwhelmed. Going to bed late, getting up late and missing my quiet times. Thank you for the reminder!
I never regret the times when I “take the day.” They are a balm to my often weary soul. I think I’ll head outdoors for a walk.
peace~elaine
Appreciate this, and love you.
I’ve enjoyed reading your thoughts and they totally make my day. Thank you so much. My walks in the park are my time alone to take the day.
Sweet Angie Gril, “Take the day” really gave me what I needed today, Love Mama Doodle