Hello friends!
It has been a while. I did not plan on taking a break in May, but that is what happened. Honestly, it would have been better for my mental health if I was able to write more than I did, but these things happen. And because these things have happened, I have thoughts that I want to share with you.
May was Mental Health Awareness Month (also my birth month). June is a month celebrating the pride in people’s hearts and is also Scoliosis awareness month (stay tuned for a post about Scoliosis). July is not only the month we celebrate America’s Independence but is also National Bison Month and UV Safety Awareness Month. March is most notably Women’s History Month and November is Men’s Health Awareness month. February is Black History Month and National Hispanic Heritage Month is celebrated from September 15 to October 15.
I could go on and on and on.
Generally speaking, there is nothing wrong with celebrating something every month. We are able to advocate for causes we believe in. I love the months celebrating history and mental health. I’m grateful for months making me aware of diseases that I did not know about. Earth Day and World Book Day are also days I enjoy celebrating. We have plenty of causes and options to choose from.
We plan our days and months around the things that matter to us. This is good because we often plan things around our family, business projects, celebrations, and meeting up with friends. These things are needed, but there is a danger of going too far.
I was reading Ruth last night, and the first chapter ends with mentioning that Naomi and Ruth entered Bethlehem during the barley harvest. We no longer live in a predominately agrarian society. I don’t know when barley is harvested, but those easily-looked over verses got me thinking. Do I plan my calendar in a way that makes me aware of God’s provision? Shouldn’t every month be Awareness of God’s Provision Month? Or am I relying on my own works to provide for myself and asking God for just a little push? When in reality, He’s doing it all.
As I was researching about barley harvest, I stumbled upon the rabbit hole of Jewish festivals and holidays. I am not very knowledgeable on the topic and was overwhelmed with all the information. I want to learn more, but what I began to think as I skimmed the surface was about this question - Are my days set up in a way where I can worship the Lord? Shouldn’t every day be World Worship the Lord Day? Or am I just pushing God into only 52 days of the year? When in reality, He’s worthy of every second to be given to Him in worship.
These are my thoughts and questions. They are something that I am going to use to help me check in with how I arrange my time. I hope they benefit you as well.
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Thank you for being here. May your tea be as warm as the sweet heat of June.
Thank you for the reminder that I should but the Lord first. 👍🏻
I agree, the worship of our father should be first and foremost in our lives!