Since moving to our new home almost two weeks ago, we have not had an internet connection. It was finally installed today. In the interim we have been going to the library every day to be able to do some basic tasks. I began to understand how important that connection is for us.
Of course, there are other important connections in life. We want to be connected with our family and friends. It is important to us to stay in touch with them and to continually express our love to them.
We found out how important this is when we lived in Nepal. After the royal family was assassinated in 2001, the government shut down all communications systems for nine days. We could not make outgoing calls or receive calls, along with having no email or internet access. This shutdown came at a time when we were concerned with the health of my wife’s father. So it was hard to be unable to get updates.
There is another important connection that we all need to pay attention to, the spiritual connection to God. We often neglect this connection, especially with our busy lifestyles. But God is a jealous God who wants us to communicate with Him often. We can’t blame government restrictions or third-party delays. God commands, “Continue steadfastly in prayer being watchful in it with thanksgiving.” Colossians 4:2 Steadfast prayer is ceaseless, persevering, constantly looking to make connection and alert to any distractions from the relationship. The admonition to be thankful reminds us of the privilege we have in coming to Almighty God with our prayers.
So please don’t neglect the important connections in your life. Stay in frequent communications with family, friends and, most importantly, with God.
Reluctant Retiree 