GOD NEVER CHANGES; BUT HUMAN CAPACITY FOR UNDERSTANDING IS EVER EMERGING.
In today’s busy and complicated world it is almost impossible to remember that Jesus Christ called us to a simple life. A life filled with love and kindness. He summed up all the laws and teachings in just two easy-to-understand commandments 1) love God 2) love others. (see: Matthew 22:34-40) Then, He gave us a Helper – the Holy Spirit (John 14:26).
Only two rules? Wow! Should be simple, right? But I found myself wondering, “How can I love God and others when I don’t even have enough time to take care of myself or meet the needs of my family? I’m tired…I’m stressed out…” Where is the disconnect? I didn’t know, but I felt sure that if Jesus gave me the rules, and left me with a Helper, that God would provide the answer. I was familiar with the promise that if I ask it will be given, if I seek I will find, and if I knock, He would answer. So I prayed: “Why is my life so complicated? Why am I always so busy? Why can’t I seem to have peace?” I prayed for many years. Then, one day – AHHHHH -- God answered!
(Actually, He had been attempting to answer me all along, but I wasn’t listening!)
God’s answer is so simple! He says, “Seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness and all things shall be added to you.” (Mt 6:33) Seek Him and He will do the rest? He will meet my needs? He will fill me in such a way that I have overflow? Yes!
God is everywhere and He loves me unconditionally. God is responding, but am I listening? I now understood that I needed to draw near and be still and listen, but how? Then God showed me: One minute at a time! He showed me that I can build my relationship – directly with Him – one minute at a time.
As Christians we are called to a spiritual path -- a journey. For many this journey begins by hearing the Gospel and becoming "Born Again." For others, this journey is a gradual awareness that a higher power exists. No matter how it happens, this acceptance is the beginning of a relationship. And like other relationships, our relationship with God can be either shallow or deep. The relationship can remain in our head (shallow) or dig way, way down into our heart (deep). When we seek a deep, loving, intentional relationship with God, His Holy Spirit has the opportunity to communicate with us and through us. Jesus was the perfect example. When He needed strength, peace and wisdom He spent time alone, in silent prayer with God.
Who are you? What is your purpose? How can you be satisfied? How can you balance work/life/family? What is your calling? I don't know the answers that God has for you, but God does! You are a unique creation with a unique purpose and no one but God can answer your questions. See, God is inside of you. If you only believe in Him, He has promised to fill you with His Spirit. When you spend time with Him, experiencing the indwelling of His precious Spirit, you will find peace, and you will find power, you will find answers. He will speak to you directly! Simply learn to rest in Him -- one minute at a time. That's what I am committed to doing and that is what I am called to share with others.
My work is dedicated to people who are seeking a life of balance - a deep mind, body and Holy Spirit connection. Peace. Be Still. (Mark 4:39)
Kim Owens
Licensed Massage Therapist, Restorative Yoga Instructor, Christ-Centered Meditation Leader, Founder, One Minute Ministry (OMM Center)
Mind, Body, Holy Spirit
info@ommcenter.com