Perspective

Last summer, I took my students camping. We leisurely hiked portions of the American River and the Rubicon River. We played in the water, jumped off of rocks, and enjoyed the warm sun. It was a time of rest and relaxation as we could freely enjoy the outdoors without the burden of society upon our shoulders. It truly was heaven. My students called it fat camp. Perspective sure is a funny thing...

We all see and interact with this world differently. As  pondered over the last few days, I was convicted. My perspective is certainly different from the Lord's (how shocking!). Here is my prayer:

"O Lord, give me a glimpse of your divine perspective. 

Expand my capacity to see and understand the world as you do. 

May I never grow disillusioned with the people you have called me to love. 

And may I find joy in learning to serve you.

O Lord, be patient.

Equip me with courage.

Teach me in love.

And show me your perspective."