Desert Journey – Day 12

I love sleep and never get enough, it seems. This morning I am wondering where Jesus slept while in the desert. I know he fasted for 40 days but he still needed rest during this time. Did he find shelter in the desert? Was there a place where he could get out of the elements and sleep for the night, maybe a cave? I’m just curious.

I wouldn’t mind a cave, actually. My introverted self is looking for some hiding. I wonder if Jesus was an introvert. He too must have needed refreshment. Scripture tells us that he often went off to be alone to pray and spend time with his Father. I imagine that must have been like an IV or an infusion of everything Jesus needed. After all, they are one.

This morning I’d like to be hooked up to the Source and be infused with a dose of something. A spiritual concoction, if you will, of joy, patience, restoration, endurance, some wisdom, humility and lots more.

Come child. Let’s walk. Jesus gets my attention. The road of discipleship is filled with victories and challenges. Think of the disciples walking to Emmaus, defeated and confused. They walked with me even though it took them a while to recognize me. Look around at those who are walking alongside.

Yes, yes! There are many alongside me Jesus. I am sorry I forget to look up and see you and the friends walking the same road. Sometimes, I tend to focus only on the distance yet to travel, instead of the companions for the journey.

There are days our spirit needs an infusion, the mind needs quiet and the body requires rest. I think I will give myself permission to sit in the cave today and rest, and receive a spiritual infusion from the one who is alongside and wants to fill me up.