Homework...

My heart has heard you say, "Come and talk with me." And my heart responds, "Lord, I am coming." Psalm 27:8, NLT.

That's the verse I got from Air 1 today as the verse of the day. Now maybe it doesn't make you laugh out loud- but I had to laugh out loud hysterically...and here's why. For several weeks I've been planning for this weekend. My hubby and the boys are all traveling to Oregon to go camping with my inlaws - an awesome time for Dad and his boys. I've been making a list (and yes, checking it twice) of all the tasks around the house that I want to do while they are gone: reorganizing the kitchen and pantry, clean out closets, straighten the garage, etc. In the back of my mind, however, I knew this would not just be a weekend of cleaning out the clutter in the house. I made an appointment with God; told Him I'd spend time in His word, on my knees, and in conversation and silence with Him. Now re-read today's verse. Is it starting to make sense?

What's even more ironic is my husband gave me a homework assignment for this weekend that has nothing to do with my to-do list of house projects - it has to do with defining some goals in my life. It's a very difficult assignment for me because my goals tend to center around what I think other people want from me...but God's been knocking and tugging for a while, so I know it's time to listen to Him.

So, I'm cleaning out cupboards and I'm cleaning out my heart. I'm coming, Lord. Let's talk...