Knowing God - Luke 9:10

(from pastor)

"And he took them,

and went aside privately

into a desert place"

Luke 9:10

Jesus frequently went to deserts and deserted place. The wilderness for him was frequenty a place of deep prayer. Away from the busyness and distractions, deserted places are often sanctuaries for transformation.

I think it's interesting that Jesus took them to the desert and deserted places. By definition, when a crowd arrives, it's not deserted any more!

And yet ... here's the challenge: In our busy world with cell phones, highways, instant messaging, and incessant carpools, rarely will we ever find a truly deserted sanctuary. Life will always intrude. So the question is, How do you craft a time and space for renewal in your life?

In Christ's Love,

a guy who's often needed a desert

so he can thirst more fully for God

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I fully understand the need for a deserted place.  I NEED to be alone at times to recharge.  I have even gone so far as to ask my husband to take the children for the day somewhere - anywhere - and leave me home alone.  Earlier in the year I was retreating to the sanctuary at church - both inside and outside.  It is peaceful. But turning off my mind is difficult.  I have been thirsty for God. Parched. But am so dry and longing that I wonder if there will be any renewal. any watering to come.
 
I have gone away seeking that renewal. Hoping to return full of Christ's abundance. Joy. Peace.