Autumn leaves rain down from trees in my yard.
I live in the woods.
We have lots of leaves.
I stepped outside in to the cool, damp day.
The smell of wet leaves – wet everything – soaked the air.
I heard a dull rumble in the distance. It was the giant leaf sucker. Large and
lumbering, this machine travels around with its snuffelufagus hose nose,
devouring leaves on the street.
I looked at my yard.
It was full of leaves.
I grabbed a rake and got to work moving leaves to the curb, as I listened to the
distant drone of the truck, waiting for its arrival to my house.
Burdens weighed heavy on my heart, too. It was good to have
time. I needed time to work through some
worries.
I raked leaves and raked thoughts, over and over again, to
the curb.
I prayed. I pondered.
I (tried to) let go of each trouble, one at a time.
Truth is, I DO hear the Lord in the distance. I know He’s there. I know He’s coming back
someday. I hear His promises. Promises to never abandon me or forsake me. Promises to be sufficient for every need I
have.
Lord, help me to leave these burdens behind, trusting in You.
I know you’ll take care of them. I know you’ll take care of me.
This is my prayer today; perhaps it is yours, too. What is burdening you? Are you taking it to
the curb of God’s love and care for you?
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