The Lord is My Pace Setter

I'm in Pasadena, CA this week taking classes at Fuller Theological Seminary to pursue an Urban Youth Worker's Certificate. 75 and Sunny, I couldn't resist the temptation to run shortly after arriving. I was a bit turned around when I realized I had run a few blocks past my destination. Before I rounded the corner to gain my bearings...I was in prayerful conversation with God over future changes...it sounded something like this "whatever you do God...you need to know that I won't stray from your will...but I need you to give me clarity and peace about it...whatever it is. Can you do that God...can you give me that peace?"

I no more finished this thought when I rounded the corner and ran straight into a view of the mountains overlooking Pasadena. And when you are used to the flatlands of Illinois, you can't help but to stop and take in the majesty of their magnitude. I literally broke out laughing as I imagined God saying "I created mountains child...I can give you peace." :)

I slowed to a walking pace as I turned the block to head back. I passed a church and for no particular reason walked up to the window and found the following quote posted there...

The Lord is My Pace Setter (Having a Mary Heart in a Martha World, Joanna Weaver)

The Lord is my pace setter...I shall not rush
He makes me stop for quiet intervals
He provides me with images of stillness which restore my serenity
He leads me in the way of efficiency through calmness of mind and his guidance is peace
Even though I have a great many things to accomplish each day, I will not fret, for his presence is here
His timelessness, his all importance will keep me in balance
He prepares refreshment and renewal in the midst of my activity by anointing my mind with his oils of tranquility
My cup of joyous energy overflows
Truly harmony and effectiveness shall be the fruits of my hours for I shall walk in the Pace of my Lord and dwell in his house for ever.