Time flies & The Shack...

I can not believe how much time has passes since I last posted. Not only that but when I look back how much stuff has happened since I last posted. Wow life truly moves at a fast pace. So fast in fact that I think we actually miss the things in life that God intended as important. We hurry through our day, and the to-do list of things we think we have to get done, and we miss the most important thing - that being - true relationship with God and the people he places in our lives.

I know there is nothing that can be done to slow the passing of time, but I do think there are things that can be done that allow us to enjoy the passing of time, and enjoy life as we live it. To have a richer, fuller life. I have been pondering this since reading William P. Young's book The Shack. There are so many things that stand in the way - health issues, accidents, death of family or friend, work, t.v., kids programs, kids, husbands, neighbours, friends, road work, surfing the net... the list can go on and on and will be different for each one of us however no matter the distraction the outcome is the same. We are separated from relationship.

In The Shack the main character is basically mad at God and has severed all relationship there, the story is his journey back. I was impressed with the authors unexpected view of God and how he cares for us, how very deeply he desires close relationship with each one of us. It is a powerful read. It has been a very long time since I have read a piece of fiction that has made me reflect and think about all God wants from me. It comes down to Genuine, authentic relationship! Pretty cool when you think about it.