Not Unaware

 Genesis 28:19 He called that place Bethel, though the city used to be called Luz.

Jacob has a dream of Heaven, which gave him the understanding that God was present in the place he rested. He is surprised saying, "Surely the Lord is in this place, and I was not aware of it." Been there before. This is when I have to step in and evaluate myself. I get so wrapped up in what I'm doing and how I'm doing it, that I forget to take a step back and "be" in the space where God is. Yes, there are times when it is important to strive and build. I have done and continue to do this. But there are also times when we need to lie down, rest our head and dream. I'm reminded to make time for resting in who God has made me; make time for being in the presence of the One who forms and transforms me. All I am is of God. I have done nothing to create this life I live. I was formed in my mother's womb, not because I manifested myself there, but because God spoke me into being there. I walk the planet and take care of this flesh I have been given, but it is only the vessel for the being God created. My goal is to simply be with my Lord, in all things, at all times, in all ways (mentally, emotionally, physically, spiritually). No simple task without help from my Creator. I'm still growing.