When is it Enough?

Have you ever gotten sick of shopping?

For me, the novelty is wearing off. I used to passionately love to go shopping; to buy new things, to create more order in my house, to make it prettier.

Over time, though, I find that I'm not satisfied with most things I buy. Maybe it's that I didn't need them in the first place. Or maybe it's that I am shopping to fill a void that should be filled spiritually.

New stuff never quite satisfies. And anyway, I take great comfort in all the old things that I have. I love them a lot more than the new things. My old minivan, my soft sheets, the porch swing that my husband and I sit in most nights, these are so much more satisfying than anything I could buy from a brightly-lit store.

But beyond those comforts there lies an even greater satisfaction in knowing that I am a redeemed child of God, loved beyond measure. His Word beckons to me sweetly, calling me to come and be refreshed.

Lord, you are so mighty and amazing. Help my life to reflect your glory, and help me to rely less on what the world tries to sell. Help me to turn to you in all things, oh God.