- When you're constantly multi-tasking, important things can fall between the cracks.
- A respected researcher says we've trained our brains 'to constantly flit around the universe of messages and information, seeking brief hits of excitement.
- We never dig too deeply before moving on to the next distraction...and it ratchets up our stress levels in ways we're only starting to understand.'
- We always let new things in, but don't get rid of old information they wanted to act on.
- We're so results-oriented that unless we're doing something that can be quantified, we often think it's a waste of time.
Thoughts to ponder on:
- When was the last time you enjoyed some relaxed, uninterrupted down time? Can you even remember?
- The fact is you need time away from the unrelenting onslaught of information to regroup, reflect and recharge. Jesus had a schedule to keep, people to minister to, disciples depending on Him, and a short time to do it all.
- Nevertheless, 'He withdrew...into the wilderness, and prayed' (Luke 5:16).
- 'Come... apart...and rest a while' (Mark 6:31), because when you don't come apart, you fall apart!
Challenge yourself:
- Live without your handphone for a few days.
- Stay away from MSN and facebook for a few weeks.
- No downloads from the internet, no text messaging while you're working/in class/studying, no phone calls at all...writing letters?
Wonder how we can live without them when we were young...but today, why is it not the same anymore?
