About the only downfall of a long weekend is that it produces a short week.

You’re thinking, no, Andy, a short week is also a good thing.

It is, in some ways. But, in others it’s not.

At least for me.

I get so focused on getting everything done that I need to get down that I find myself rushed, I find myself unfocused, I find myself not really paying attention to what matters most.

I got so focused on trying to get done the things that I have to do, I feel like I’m so short of time, I forget what I really need to focus on.

So, I really needed to hear the words of Psalm 119 this morning:

15 I will meditate on your commandments *
and give attention to your ways.
16 My delight is in your statutes; *
I will not forget your word.

I will not forget your word.  A powerful statement. We are not going to forget about God forever, I know.

But sometimes, with deadlines coming, and tasks to accomplish, and things that have to get done, we forget.

We forget to slow ourselves. Pray.  Listen.  Remember His word.

I know you’ve got a busy day today. Lots to do. Meetings and worries and all sorts of stuff.

I know it’s a short week.

Don’t forget. Don’t forget to slow yourself. Don’t forget to take time to listen. Don’t forget that God is there, even in a busy short week.

Don’t forget His word.  Don’t forget Him.  Listen. Seek.  Knock. And you will find.

Don’t forget what really matters.