#6: The Practice of NOT HAVING TO BE SOMEWHERE (Present)

Similar to the practice above, the practice of not having to be somewhere highlights our tendency to rush from one thing to the next. But, while not doing something productive centers on our identity, the practice of not having to be somewhere speaks to how we steward our attention. When we’re divided between a thousand different things, we struggle to invest in the time at hand. We can’t be fully present with a distracted heart. Transformation doesn’t take place in a hurry. Sensing God’s presence becomes challenging if the speed of our days are a blur. It’s not that God isn’t moving, we’ve just often run past Him focused on our agendas, plans, and purposes. Intentionally carving out time to not have to be somewhere provides us with fresh eyes, attentive ears, and an expectant heart. Our souls begin to awaken to the beauty found in being fully present. We are able to bring our whole self to the moment at hand.