Just like we make gains in strength and endurance through progressive overload when training our bodies, our spiritual growth also depends on progressively learning to rely on the Lord more and more in overcoming trials. We all have our share of these in life as opportunities to progress.
I've been managing to keep up some minimal workouts this last while, but have had a house full of sick family and frequent interruptions to sleep and so I've been cautious to not push too hard and leave myself more vulnerable to catching what the rest of them have had. The poor sleep has led to some rough mornings and less updates here.
Last night I was reading to my girls about the people of Limhi slipping out past the guards who were drunken at there post. I thought to myself that there is a lesson right there about not allowing ourselves be figuratively drunk and not in touch with the responsibilities we have been entrusted with. I know for me this can be trying to create a better financial situation for my family to open up more possibilities and free time for me to spend with my kids, however in working at various things to try and get there I am losing out on time with them now - it's a tricky balance, but I have to question whether I allow myself to be "drunk" on improving things "for them" but almost as a form of checking out or as an excuse not to be there now.
Be strong!
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