AWE WALKING

This morning I wrote a little article for our Mission Resource newsletter about something called an "awe walk". 

An awe walk is simply an ordinary walk plus an intentional focus on finding things along the way which inspire wonder. 

This has actually been researched and found to be a great stress reducer as well as a way to feel more connected to all the deeper aspects of life.

Anyway, I decided that if I was going to write about it, I should try it. Fortunately, it was a beautiful morning for a walk, so I put Sugar on the leash and went out for a mile.

I found that in one sense, an awe walk is harder than it sounds. It's like trying to meditate - my mind was constantly wandering.

But in another sense, if you're looking for wonder, it isn't hard to find. 

It's all around you. Every day.

The heavens declare the glory of God;

the skies proclaim the work of His hands.

Day after day they pour forth speech;

night after night they reveal knowledge.

(Psalm 19:1-2)

A marigold in our backyard, enjoying the November morning sun. No filter needed.