Friday, December 18, 2009

Learning to See

God has blessed me with lean work lately. In conducting many lean events, I was reminded of the phrase "learning to see". As we begin to understand and apply the principles of lean, we see our workplace differently. What was once part of the workspace may now been seen as waste. Objects and practices that we walk by every shift now make us take pause to wonder. We are in tune to waste. We see the need to eliminate waste.
I equate this to our relationship with God. When you develop a real and growing relationship with God, you begin to see the world differently. In short, you begin to see life through God's eyes. Old habits seem old and are given up. Sinful practices stick out and you see the necessity of shedding them from your life. Your priorities take shape the way they should be and you want to live your life according to the right priorities. None of this is easy. In fact, it is hard. At times, you may feel some of the worst pain of your life. But remember that God never foresakes you. He is always beside you with outstretched hands ready to help and guide you. Ready to help you grow as a person and become what he wants you to be.

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