“Think what a better world it would be if we all, the whole world, had cookies and milk about three o’clock every afternoon and then lay down on our blankets for a nap.” (Barbara Jordan)
When I was in kindergarten, we would have nap time. We would all get our mat, and have to lay down for a nap after snack. I remember hating this time. I would lie on my back and feel so restless.
Now, I wish I had to take a nap every day. I wish that there was someone to care about me to instruct me knowing the stress that I feel and caring for my well-being to allow me to take a break. Sometimes, I believe the ability to merely rest would solve most worries, stress, pressure, sadness, depression, and pain. The world expects too much, and often the body is not capable needing a break. It is too much.
It would be wonderful if God would instruct during each day to take a nap. I can imagine Jesus walking in my cubicle with a mat holding out His hand to guide me away as He tenderly states, “It’s time.” First he would hand me some juice (He knows I don’t like milk), and some sort of good snack. Then, he would lead me to a place of quiet, peace, and solitude.
He would lead me out of the craziness of my workplace. He would lead me out of the negativity. He would lead me away from the suppression, stress, and pressure.
I would follow Him so quickly taking His hand resting assured in His presence that He has it covered. He would lead me to the perfect peaceful place. As I lay down, He would be so near holding me. His arms around me would bring comfort. I would know that I am not alone. I would feel His love, His security, and His protection. I would know that He is my Provider and I need not stress. I need not work so hard.
He would hold me and the stress would leave. I would melt into the comfort of His presence.
Oh, how I so wish that Jesus would meet me each and every day and say, “It is time.” And, we would walk away together in His presence and peace to rest. My mind, heart, and soul need a daily nap from the craziness of the world. I so need more of Jesus near to me, with His presence surrounding me, and so much a part of me.
“The Lord bless you and keep you; the Lord make his face shine on you and be gracious to you; the Lord turn his face toward you and give you peace.” (Numbers 6:24-26)
Eternally Hopeful 