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bluidkiti · 02-02-2014, 12:54 PM

Handling Daily Interruptions

Matthew 14:13-14 and 23: “When Jesus heard what had happened, he withdrew…to a solitary place. The crowds followed him…he healed their sick… After… he went by himself to pray.”

“Jesus, we have bad news,” said the messengers. “Your cousin, John, has been beheaded while in prison. We just came from the burial.”

When Jesus heard these distressing words, he decided to go away by himself. But the crowds interrupted him, begging for attention. Jesus remained flexible with his prearranged schedule, attending to the people’s immediate needs, healing the sick, and feeding the hungry. When he was finished, he resumed his original plans — to be alone and pray.

Some of us make detailed daily agendas and become frustrated when something or someone interrupts those plans. However, daily interruptions are inevitable. The issue is: How will we react to them? Some surprises are easy to deal with. We can adjust and still meet our scheduled obligations. Others are major upsets and totally out of our control. Learning to alter or modify our plans will help reduce frustration levels. Jesus’ calm example of flexibility shows us the less stressful way to handle daily interruptions.

Lord, things don’t always go as I plan. Please help me relax as I deal with the life’s daily surprises.

Joan C. Webb

MajestyJo · 02-02-2014, 03:47 PM

This reminds me that life happens. I use to think it was all my fault, my mother told me so many years ago. "Look at what you did. If it wasn't for you...."

I didn't know that control is an illusion and I don't have control over people, places, and things. If I have to control, it is already out of control.

So grateful for the tools of the program, and even more grateful, that I can take that time out and connect with my God. Life didn't get better, I did.

http://www.songlyrics.com/statler-br...-jesus-lyrics/

02-02-2014, 12:54 PM	#1
bluidkiti Administrator Join Date: Aug 2013 Posts: 73,975	Handling Daily Interruptions Handling Daily Interruptions Matthew 14:13-14 and 23: “When Jesus heard what had happened, he withdrew…to a solitary place. The crowds followed him…he healed their sick… After… he went by himself to pray.” “Jesus, we have bad news,” said the messengers. “Your cousin, John, has been beheaded while in prison. We just came from the burial.” When Jesus heard these distressing words, he decided to go away by himself. But the crowds interrupted him, begging for attention. Jesus remained flexible with his prearranged schedule, attending to the people’s immediate needs, healing the sick, and feeding the hungry. When he was finished, he resumed his original plans — to be alone and pray. Some of us make detailed daily agendas and become frustrated when something or someone interrupts those plans. However, daily interruptions are inevitable. The issue is: How will we react to them? Some surprises are easy to deal with. We can adjust and still meet our scheduled obligations. Others are major upsets and totally out of our control. Learning to alter or modify our plans will help reduce frustration levels. Jesus’ calm example of flexibility shows us the less stressful way to handle daily interruptions. Lord, things don’t always go as I plan. Please help me relax as I deal with the life’s daily surprises. Joan C. Webb __________________ "No matter what you have done up to this moment, you get 24 brand-new hours to spend every single day." --Brian Tracy AA gives us an opportunity to recreate ourselves, with God's help, one day at a time. --Rufus K. When you get to the end of your rope, tie a knot and hang on. --Franklin D. Roosevelt We stay sober and clean together - one day at a time! God says that each of us is worth loving.

02-02-2014, 03:47 PM	#2
MajestyJo Super Moderator Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: Hamilton, ON Posts: 25,078	This reminds me that life happens. I use to think it was all my fault, my mother told me so many years ago. "Look at what you did. If it wasn't for you...." I didn't know that control is an illusion and I don't have control over people, places, and things. If I have to control, it is already out of control. So grateful for the tools of the program, and even more grateful, that I can take that time out and connect with my God. Life didn't get better, I did. http://www.songlyrics.com/statler-br...-jesus-lyrics/ __________________ Love always, Jo I share because I care.

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