At the command of the LORD

the people of Israel

                 set out,

and at the command

of the LORD,

          they camped.

        Numbers 9. 18

(Abiding there

          in the meantime,

staking their tents,

planting,

exploring the wilderness,

not just filling

   but fulfilling the time,

faithful in the staying,

but ready to move

only at God's command.

We are strategically

      moved and placed

not just for His purposes

but for His glory,

our well-being, our growth,

loving others

         into the Kingdom,

and bringing

      His Name there.

It is not just about us.

It never is.)

O LORD,

Help us to be watchful,

not just for time to go,

but in the time to stay.

Reveal the

extraordinary wonder

     of Your Presence

even on what looks like

   only an ordinary day.

Please empower us

to be faithful to You

right where we are

and even where

    You are taking us

on the journey

          of our lives.

There is always

    more to explore,

always more

       of Your revealing.