As I walk through the woods, or even my back yard, this time of year, I see trees that still have a few leaves hanging on tight. It's almost time for new leaves to be budding out - what are these old leaves doing still hanging there?
I've been thinking a lot about that lately. Why do I hang onto some things - possessions, ideas, ways of doing things - long after they are of use to me? The truth is that some of those things I hang onto actually are a hindrance, not just be of no use. Even when new ways or ideas show up, I have trouble letting go sometimes. As I was pondering that question this morning, the daily devotional from the UCC showed up in my in box - on that subject. Amazing how messages show up exactly on time. Lillian Daniel reminded me that I may be clutching to something instead of letting go. She said to ask God to bless that which I am clutching - and to see if I could loosen my grip just a little, if I can't fully let go. That was a good reminder. If you want to see all she wrote, you can find it at http://www.ucc.org/feed-your-spirit/daily-devotional/cell-phones-on-the-altar.html.
Blessings on your letting go - may you find your grip becoming looser. Let go and let God handle whatever is troubling you. Peace be with you.
