There are times, Lord,when I’m so distracted
that I actually forget about you –
– until someone or something nudges me,
catches my eye and gets my attention
and then I make and find the time to focus,
to take a deep breath, to sit quietly and remember
just how faithful you are to me
and how much I need you in my life…
There are times, Lord,
that I don’t want to talk to anyone, not even you,
– until someone or something taps me on the shoulder
and brightens my day – if only for a moment –
and then I make and find the time
and just how much I need you,
just how much I need your love…
There are times, Lord,
when I convince myself that I’m too busy to pray,
to share with you my joys and sorrows,
my trials and my troubles,
– until someone or something
to relax in your presence and rest in your grace
and then I know again
and fall into your arms…
There are times, Lord,
when everything seems upside down,
inside out and backwards
– until someone or something centers me,
sorting through my muddled thoughts
with prudence as the balance,
until I know again how much I need
your wisdom, word and truth…
There are times, Lord,
there are so many times –
but you know all that and more…
So nudge me,
sharpen my focus,
tap me on the shoulder,
slow me down,
unlock my heart
and center me
– until I make and find the time
to know again and not forget
just how much I need you,
just how much I want you,
just how much I love you…
Amen.
