Comments on: Keep Empty Spaces

By: Maree Dee

Maree Dee — Mon, 25 Nov 2019 19:24:15 +0000

I continually need to hit the pause button because I don’t schedule enough empty space. I am a work in progress. I do find when I have margin; I hear God speak. It is in those sacred times I hear Him so clear.

Thank you for linking up this post with Grace & Truth Link-Up. I needed it this morning.

Maree

By: Michele Morin

Michele Morin — Fri, 22 Nov 2019 14:22:52 +0000

This is true on every level. I just cannot function in the midst of clutter, whether it’s physical or otherwise.
Blessings to you, Lisa!

By: Lynn D. Morrissey

Lynn D. Morrissey — Fri, 22 Nov 2019 02:18:05 +0000

I appreciate this, Lisa, as I declutter heart and home currently. I am reminded of this quote by Thoreau from Walden: “I had three pieces of limestone on my desk, but I was terrified to find that they required to be dusted daily, when the furniture of my mind was all undusted still, and threw them out the window in disgust.” I know it is not exactly what you’re talking about, but he reminds us not to collect stuff that will just collect dust, and will clutter up our lives. Did you know that “clutter” derives from clotter (from clotteren) meaning to “clot.” Clutter clots, much like too much cholesterol clots the arteries. Space helps us to spread out and breathe. I read this secular book, and liked it. I don’t agree w/ all its philosophies, but still, I found parts of it useful. Given your topic, I thought it would apply: Breathing Room: Open Your Heart by Decluttering Your Home. Thanks again so much for sharing. I always love reading your “stuff”! 🙂
https://www.amazon.com/Breathing-Room-Open-Heart-Decluttering/dp/1582704570/ref=sr_1_6?keywords=breathing+room&qid=1574388919&sr=8-6

By: Mary Geisen

Mary Geisen — Fri, 22 Nov 2019 00:45:27 +0000

I love this! This is exactly what I have been trying to make room for these last few years. Empty spaces give us the chance to spend time with God. It’s a win-win for all.

By: Laurie

Laurie — Thu, 21 Nov 2019 20:45:50 +0000

I love this exercise in mindfulness, Lisa. It is true that we don’t pay attention to the spaces in between, but God is there, filling the void. We should be thankful for the margins.

By: Theresa Boedeker

Theresa Boedeker — Thu, 21 Nov 2019 16:43:56 +0000

Finding God in empty spaces. What a great idea. I often think of God when I am outside. That is an empty space for my mind. Sometimes in the house, I have to look harder. So much is calling to me. I like your idea of noticing small empty spaces in the environment. I am going to try this.

By: Martha J Orlando

Martha J Orlando — Thu, 21 Nov 2019 14:57:50 +0000

We most definitely need those empty spaces in our lives, those margins where God is always welcome. We can’t connect with Him if all He hears when He calls is our deafening busy signal. Great reminder today, Lisa, for us to slow down, take a deep breath, and rest in the Lord.
Blessings!

By: Susan @ My Place to Yours

Susan @ My Place to Yours — Thu, 21 Nov 2019 14:18:40 +0000

Oh, Lisa, this definitely resonates with me. Our farm is the one place where vast, empty space calmed my spirit every single time. Living there (even in the trailer!) for two years was such a gift—and why I’m struggling to let it go now that we won’t be building our home there. I’ve never experienced a more powerful place to sit in stillness with God, and I can’t imagine what He has planned to replace it in the future. But I’m trying to trust… and asking him to help my unbelief. Thanks for this encouragement today to look for the empty places wherever I am.

By: Bev @ Walking Well With God

Bev @ Walking Well With God — Thu, 21 Nov 2019 13:15:24 +0000

Lisa,
Just as I have been going from drawer to drawer, cleaning out the accumulated junk, I need to go room by room in my heart and clear space for God to enter in. I’m great at filling things up. I think God would like me to do some more emptying out. Thanks for the encouraging call to do this.
Blessings,
Bev xx

ps. You have to share a pic of you and your granddaughter baking together if you do get her the Easy Bake Oven 😉

By: Shannon

Shannon — Thu, 21 Nov 2019 13:06:32 +0000

I think I tend to pack my life with stuff (not physical stuff, but a busy schedule and long lists of things to do) because not having stuff leaves me feeling insecure. I need to have more open spaces because these allow for rest and I think I can see God moving in my life more easily when there is space for it.