BY PASTOR MARK LEE
Pastor Mark Lee of Vantage Point Church in Eastvale
In 1963, Nat King Cole famously sang about the “Lazy Hazy Crazy Days of Summer.” However, idleness was associated with the warmest months of the year long before this catchy tune was released. And while some people look forward to their daily pace slowing down when the weather heats up, others see it as an opportunity to pack even more activities into an already-busy routine.
From Fourth of July picnics to Labor Day barbecues, our calendars quickly fill up with activities and obligations. In fact, we often find ourselves wanting these long days to be even longer. If your summer schedule leaves you feeling overwhelmed or stressed, it may be time to take action.
As the parents of four children, my wife and I are often approached with the question, “How do you manage to do everything?” The answer is simple: We don’t. The first step in ending the business of busyness is to realize that some things won’t happen. We were not designed to do it all.
The next step is to recognize that some responsibilities were meant to be shared. It may be hard to give, but sometimes it is even harder to receive. Admitting you need a helping hand can actually open the door to great blessings such as new friendships, fulfilling fellowship, and vital support.
VantagePoint Church meets at Roosevelt High School on Sundays at 8:30, 10, and 11:30 a.m.
Proverbs 16:3 reminds us, “Commit to the Lord whatever you do, and your plans will succeed.” Everyone knows what if feels like to want a little extra time in their day. But, instead of needing more hours, we actually need a greater appreciation for those hours we already have. Hand your summer over to God and see what amazing things are in store!
