Ok, so this is a bit cheesy, but it struck me so I'm going to share it anyway.
The other day I was cleaning up around the house, vacuuming and such, and I was practically giddy because I was having some friends over. As I rolled the vacuum across the carpet repeatedly I was thinking about how much fun I was having with the chore simply because I knew that when my friends arrived they would appreciate the clean, comfortable, homey environment I prepared.
Of course, I took it a step further and began daydreaming of the day when I will be cleaning the house for my husband to enjoy when he gets back from work. (I told you this was cheesy). I cannot wait for that day, when it will be my job to keep the house clean and cozy, creating a refuge for my husband to come home to. What a privilege and a responsibility that will be, and how much more enjoyable the chore will be, knowing that my husband-the man I love-will appreciate and benefit from my efforts.
As I thought happily about this, it suddenly occurred to me that I already have a Bridegroom that is coming back for me, and there is much work to be done while He is gone. If I so eagerly look forward to doing simple household chores for my earthly husband in the future, should I not be zealous for the work of the Lord that He has given me now?
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