Today the mailman delivered violin books....one including, "Violin for Dummies". Quickly I tore open the box and flipped through the pages...thinking back to when I used to play many years ago. From the fourth grade through graduation I took lessons and had aspirations of playing in a symphony.

Yet after graduation, I found distractions that made it more and more difficult to practice and soon, I didn't want to play anymore. However, each time I heard classical music...whether in a store, on t.v., or elsewhere....I could imagine myself playing my violin.

And a few days ago I ordered a few books to get me back on track of playing. I may never play in a symphony....but I can play for the One who made me.

Yet, I still have those distractions today...my cat bumping my arm. After telling her no a few times, I decided it would be best if I just stood up...and sure enough she went into the other room.

I find it's that way in my walk with Christ...when I get too busy..He has a way of making Himself known in His own unique way....reminding me of how it is when I spend time with the King of Kings.

And there may be trials that will try to stop me from drawing close to our Creator. Yet, I shall not give up...but stand up instead.....