STEP ONE: BREATHE

Take a deep, cleansing breath. Allow the air to fill your lungs and expand your body. Exhale and empty yourself into the room. Repeat three times - once for the one who Created you, once for the Incarnate One who walks beside you, and once for the Spirit whose life fills your being.

STEP TWO: DWELL IN WORD

The Parable of the Mower :

The Kingdom of God can be compared to a backyard lawn. Throughout the spring and early summer, the lawn grows rapidly; it becomes long, lush, and unruly.

Upon seeing the growth, the homeowner will get out his lawnmower and cut the grass. Even if it takes him more than one pass, the homeowner will mow and mow, until the lawn is trimmed.

The grass will continue to grow, and before long, he will need to repeat the process of mowing. Throughout the summer, even as the days lengthen and the pace of growth slows down, the lawn will require regular tending and great care.

A Question to Ponder:

What examples do we have of abundance from our lives and what do they teach us about God’s love?

STEP THREE: PRAY

Gracious God,

your Kingdom continues to grow around me. Give me the vision to see and delight in it. Give me the courage to participate in your love and grace.

Through Jesus Christ, Amen.