Prior to my retirement, at the sound of the alarm, I would hop up jump in the shower and get completely ready before sitting down to meet with the Lord. My meetings always seemed rushed.

Now post retirement, no alarm, no quickly jumping into the shower. I have created a habit upon arising to get my coffee and snuggle in with meeting with the Lord. I have to admit that a lot of times, time has gotten away from me and I’m still there two, three or even four hours later!

This morning, I started out the usual routine, finished my time and felt the Lord urging me to get showered and start with the day. I thought to myself, “I will do that Lord, after I make out some bills…and after I balance the checkbook.”

While still balancing my checkbook, I had a surprise call from my dear friend asking if it was okay to visit. My cheeks began to flush and asked her to give me a half an hour. Embarrassed to admit that I hadn’t yet showered… even at 10 am!!! She graciously agreed.

It was so very good to see her as always. A blessing to my heart. Yet, it caused me to ponder…

When Christ comes or calls me home will I be embarrassed by my procrastination, by my doing my own thing rather than His thing? I pray not!