Throughout the month of December, especially
during the Christmas holidays, I did not take any days off from work. Yesterday I took the day off because I wanted
to do a little shopping for me with the gift cards I received. I enjoy being
able to walk in the streets of New York City and into the stores without being
pushed and without the hustle and bustle. And I love shopping when God shows me
deep, deep discounts.
After I returned home I did what I usually do
when I’m off from work. I checked my office emails so I could be on top of
things when I return. One particular email from my supervisor sent to the
attorneys I work for with a copy to me mentioned that someone would be sitting
at my desk. No one ever covers for me when I’m out, so I thought this unusual.
Almost immediately, I began to think wrong
thoughts. “Why is somone at my desk?” I asked out loud. But the holy spirit
would not have it. Suddenly, I realized that nothing at my job belongs to me. I’m
just utilizing the space. On a temporary basis. I soon thought nothing of it.
However when I arrived in the office today, “my desk” was a bit messy, so I did
express to my supervisor that consideration should be given..just as I would
give had the tables been turned.
The day has been a great one. A blessed one. I
learned that I am learning to be patient. I realized that had I not thought
about the situation beforehand, and just blurted out how I felt about it
instead, things could have been less comfortable and peaceful.
Fasting is not easy and it certainly is not
fun. But the results can be pleasantly surprising. I just love it when I can see
God working on and through me. Thinking before acting surely equals peace.
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