Friday, August 6, 2010

Periods for Pondering?

What would it be like if we didn't have periods?

We wouldn't be able to have children - though God could've created us with the ability to do so without needing menstruation.

But then how would my life be different? Some months are more painful than others, especially on that first day. I find the more pronounced my period is, the more it impacts my life, arresting my attention, at times bringing a halt to normal activities. If I didn't have a period, I'd just keep flying through ~ like driving without speed bumps, you can go a lot faster!

Could it be God wants me to slow down? I find He usually slows me down when He wants me to take note of something. There are things you see on a slow walk that you'll never notice driving 70 mph!

But what might He want me to see? And why might the enemy want to make it possible for me to keep going 70 mph?

Next time you have your period, instead of reaching for the Advil, why not slow down and ponder, asking God to give you wisdom.

You might be surprised at what comes to mind...!