Change of Scenery

Change of Scenery

As I make my way around the last curve of an old winding dirt road, I see a cemetery at the bottom of a hill where the dirt road ends.  It is an old cemetery from around the 1800’s; I can tell this by the dates on the old wooden headstones.  There are millions of wildflowers with all their beautiful purple, white, blue and golden colors. The sky is a clear blue with just a few white fluffy clouds.  As I notice the spectacular view of the snow capped San De Cristo Mountains, I feel as I have just come upon a scene being painted by an artist.  I find a spot by an old withered tree, to sit awhile and take in the warmth of the mid-afternoon sun.  I sit back, close my eyes, and take in the sounds of birds flying overhead, and the wind blowing through the trees; the grass smells as if it has just been freshly cut.  I think it can’t get much better than this, to have a moment to myself to take in God’s magnificent art work.  Just then an eagle soars by with his wings spread wide; it is as if the eagle is floating on a cloud.  Next time I need a change of scenery, I will come back to this place as there is so much more to see.  I think I will plan to stay a bit longer so that I can watch a beautiful sunset unfold before me just behind the San De Cristo Mountains.

            How often do we find ourselves wanting to run away?  I do love escaping to the mountains when life is getting tough, however the time and ability to do so does not always cooperate.  This is when I have to ask myself what I can do to change the scenery while still at home.  It usually if not always involves changing my attitude at the situation that is causing me stress.  Sometimes this means locking myself in my bedroom and spending time alone with God.  God is the perfect resource when we need a “change of scenery” in our lives. 

A few verses to reflect on as you read these verses I would encourage you to read at least the whole chapter in which they are found.

Philippians 4:19 NASB- And my God will supply all your needs according to His riches in glory in Christ Jesus.

Hebrews 13:5-6 NASB- “I will never desert you, nor forsake you,” “The Lord is my helper, I will not be afraid.”

One of my favorites when I am overwhelmed with life circumstances and just want to runaway

Isaiah 40:28-29 NASB- The everlasting God, the Lord, the Creator of the ends of the earth does not become weary or tired.  His understanding is inscrutable.  He gives strength to the weary, and to him who lacks might He increases power. 

Isaiah 41:10 NASB-Do not fear, for I am with you; Do not anxiously look about you, for I am your God, I will strengthen you, surely I will help you.  Surely I will uphold you with My righteous right hand.