I was up and at 'em this morning at work on a sermon, but after a few hours I needed a break. I decided to take a walk to the church, but as a devotee of multitasking I couldn't let this be a mere walk. Let's make this walk productive! I can pick up a commentary, listen to a ministry podcast, and maybe burn a calorie or two. Win, win, win!
I did not bat 1000 on this sojourn. The podcast was okay but nothing to write home about and I ended up forgetting my office key at home. Boo! I waved goodbye to my Anchor Bible Dictionary through the window and turned around.
That's when I ran in to one of our church members, Clarence.
Clarence was on a walk like me, but unlike me Clarence was actually on a walk. He was unhurried and smiling. His arms carried tools and supplies. Seeing Clarence brightened my day. Together we walked and talked most of the way to the parsonage.
Yesterday I preached on the Emmaus story, and it occurs to me now that my trek-to-get-100-things-accomplished transformed (thanks be to God!) into an Emmaus walk with a fellow disciple.
Sometimes I miss the forest for the trees in my quest to serve. I'm grateful God is gracious to me anyway. Thank you God for today's grace.
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