Being Mindful

I have been learning a bunch about being mindful, being present for the people that God puts in my life.  I have written before about seeing those around me as fellow created beings, not objects, annoyances or tools.  These people are in my life for a reason.  I should be asking what that reason is.  I have been reading Emotionally Healthy Spirituality: Unleash the Power of Life in Christ I think the author, Peter Scazzero essentially is suggesting that we be mindful of the Lord throughout our day, purposefully taking time to be present with Him.  This then extends to those around us.   I have been working on being mindful and present with my children.  It makes a difference.

I was reading the story of Jesus washing the disciples feet.  I was really struck by how mindful and present Jesus is for the disciples.  Even knowing what He would be going through in a few hours, he washes their feet.   I imagine the disciples remembering that moment years later, when they where faced with trials or death.  The memory giving them strength to witness even in their pain.  How awesome!