"Yea, for this cause I have said: Stop, and stand still until I command thee, and I will provide means whereby thou mayest accomplish the thing which I have commanded thee."
Doctrine and Covenants 5:34
This is a good reminder that the Lord's timing isn't always what we expect. Often we stop when the Lord wants us to move forward, but sometimes it is the opposite. When in doubt, we should move forward along God's path, striving to become more like him, because it is easier for God to course correct when we are moving rather than sitting still... but let's remember that sometimes the message is also stop. Regrouping, staying healthy, managing stress... these are all things that sometimes require slowing down physically, although we can keep moving forward spiritually in other ways. :) God can see what is coming and we cannot, so he can help us know when to move and when to stop, and when to slow down or speed up. The fastest, most efficient way is not always the best way. Sometimes we need to stop and learn something along the way, and sometimes we need to stop dallying and get on with it. :) As we include God in our decision-making, he will guide us in our paths, including the intended velocity. :) Today, let's pray and listen as we go about our daily activities, and notice when God prompts us about timing.
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