Is
stress the product of too many assignments on our to-do list? Time
plays a big factor in the equation of stress. We stay in bed too
long. A last-minute phone call unexpectedly reduces our precious
time.
Here's
a scenario: You pull out of your driveway later than you intended. To
add to the stress of your improper time management, here comes a train as
you approach the crossing!
You
cannot speed up because of a slow-moving truck in front of you. Now
you will really be late! Your blood pressure rises; your grip
on the steering wheel tightens; unwanted thoughts enter your mind.
Thoughts?
Yes, thoughts. How about thoughts of praise to God? Change your
attitude into spoken words of adoration. For each train car that
crosses your path, give praise aloud with gusto, such as: I love you,
Lord or hallelujah or praise God or glory to God
or thank you, Jesus.
Say
a different phrase as each train car passes in front of you. Don’t
miss one if the train is moving fast. Speak faster and shout with
enthusiasm. Save your 'Amen' for the last car on the tracks.
Anticipate
your next train and may it be a long, slow one!
Watch
your stress disappear around the bend with the train as your heart
rejoices with praises to God.
With my
whole being, body and soul,
I will
shout joyfully to the living God.
Psalm 84:2
NLT
