Life’s Distractions

So many things distract us from our true calling in life. It’s an easy way for the enemy to keep us headed down the wrong path, the path which though seemingly innocent doesn’t line up with the purpose God has designed us for.

Take for example my recent attempt to sell on ebay. I figured I was a great buyer, so why not try selling? Well, though gifted in buying, it seems I should leave the selling to others. Not only did it rob me of 9 precious hours to list 12 items, I think I lost money on the deal. I guess I’ll stick to buying and donate more to goodwill.

Many things in my life, though good, may not be right for me at the time. I’m still trying to figure out what the RIGHT thing is right now. I have so many interests and hobbies that I usually spread myself too thin. I’m trying to learn balance in all areas.

Enter my current little dilema. On Saturday I have an opportunity to attend a 12 hour crop. It came up last minute and I have tons of photos to get in my albums, but I also have the chance to write for a couple of hours and with the ACFW conference coming in a couple of months, I’d really like to familiarize myself with my WIPS so I don’t look like a complete idiot when someone asks me what I’m working on.

And then there’s blogging? Talk about a distraction! I admit I’ve been on the computer way too much this summer, and it’s gotten out of balance. I know I need to check my email a couple times a day, not a couple dozen, because when I do I get sucked into cyberspace and my kids end of watching too much television.

So how do you handle life’s distractions? The “have to dos” and “want to dos” of life that keep you from the “meant to dos?” I think I’ll be taking part of this weekend to reevaluate how I’m spending my time!