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At that time Jesus said, “I thank you, Father, Lord of heaven and earth, because you have hidden these things from the wise and the intelligent and have revealed them to infants; yes, Father, for such was your gracious will. All things have been handed over to me by my Father; and no one knows the Son except the Father, and no one knows the Father except the Son and anyone to whom the Son chooses to reveal him. “Come to me, all you that are weary and are carrying heavy burdens, and I will give you rest.” (Matthew 11: 25-28) Reflection Nathan was a very special child. He came from a good family, had gone to grange camp, and was overcoming some medical problems. Nathan was in my cabin my second summer of being a counselor. He was in my cabin. I knew from the start that he would be an interesting boy to work with. He was slow and needed the extra time to get himself ready. Periodically, I’d have to remind him what he was doing. When he got one sock on, I’d remind him to put the other one on. When he got his socks on, I’d have to remind him to put his shoes on. After he got one shoe on, I’d have to remind him to put the other one on. Nathan was indeed special. Nathan gave me the appreciation for little things– getting dressed, putting on my shoes, and the like. We often get caught up in our busy daily schedules and sometimes forget about the little things such as the small ant on the ground, the bird chirping in the tree, or the squirrel scurrying with a nut. They often get lost as we hurry from place to place, going about our daily routines. But they are parts of our life that are even more valuable than our hair appointments, work deadlines, and car problems. They are the simple things which God made for us to care for, enjoy, and appreciate. Are there ways that you could make your life simpler? When do you feel rushed and busy? In what ways can you look to God to simplify life? The next time you put on your shoes, think of Nathan. Think about the small things in your daily life and appreciate them. Don’t just take them for granted. Oh, by the way, Nathan, it’s time to put your left shoe on. --Chad Hershberger Prayer Take our burdens, Lord, and help us to see you in the small things in life. Amen
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