Do you ever become intoxicated with life? I often become consumed with all that I have to do. There are errands to run, papers to write, exams to study for, a play to direct, songs to practice, phone calls to make, emails to write…and I become focused on the shallowness of life. It is sad to realize but I am repeatedly moved by my needs and desires instead of by the Maker of the universe. Oh, Lord…you understand that I have these responsibilities. I’ll make more time for You next week. Perhaps I’ll even pray for an hour every morning and read five chapters instead of two. I just need this time for me. I’m sure you will identify with my struggle here. And I live my life…ignoring the fact that Christ should be what motivates and drives the things in my life instead of the other way around.