How time flies! As you read this, I am in the final week of my Sabbatical renewal leave. As I write it, it is 35 days ahead of the time it will be published. I am saying this far in advance because I believe it will be true, that I am refreshed and reinvigorated.

This final week will be spent at home.  No travel. Nothing overly taxing physically.  It is transition week. I’ll still be reading. This week’s book is Forgiving God: a story of faith (Hilary Yancey). I’ll begin transitioning back to a normal bedtime and morning ritual.  I’ll wrap up whatever remains of the declutter projects. I’ll make myself hold out for another week on electronic communication and social media.

I’ll reflect on what God has done in me and begin allowing myself to think about upcoming ministry opportunities.  When next week comes, I’ll be ready and recharged. And I won’t go back to doing everything the same as before because God will have shown me a better path and a more effective rhythm.

Will you please pray that I will listen carefully to Him during this transition week?

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