personal retreat
I’m officially out of touch for a few days. The last few weeks have been a scurry of overwhelming issues in work and at home. I found myself lacking the normal clarity with which I see life and the vision that usually drives me. It’s about the right timing though…
I committed last October to spend a week each year to myself. A week of personal retreat that I can pray/think/read and cast vision for the upcoming year. Last year I did this at Acadia National Park. This year, I’m climbing Mt. Lafayette in the White Mountains of New Hampshire. A few days there should be really good for me.
I personally believe that those of us who call ourselves leaders need to take personal time seriously. If we lead people, we can’t afford not to have a time to refresh and make sure our vision is secure.
I have 3 A.W Tozer books already in my CD player and ready for the long drive to NH. It’s about 8pm now and I’m heading out. Not sure where I’ll sleep tonight, but 8am starts my hike tomorrow morning. If you think of me today please pray with me that God gives me clarity and vision for the future of my family, my work and Anthem of Hope. There are a lot of big things coming this year and I need to be on the right track.
Ok, cell phone off. Love to you all.
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Dearest Darren,
All my thoughts are with you. Good luck on your hike, and finding yourself and reaching God from within yourself. My prayers are with you.
Love, Aunt Amy~
Hope this time gives you what you need to refresh and focus. Be safe and peace be with you.
I pray God will be with you. You are absolutely right. I pray for your clarity, and enjoy the beauty God created. Take peace in knowing He will give you what you need.
Praying for all of your requests – also for your rest and refreshment in the mountains.
Peace and tranquility…I hope you found that.
Your daughter is beautiful.
PS. Your tilapia recipe was amazing!
Hope it went well Darren.