I was reminded yesterday (and am living that reminder today) that when we allow ourselves to be pulled from our comfort zones, we need to remember to be flexible. My plan had been to wrap up our mission project in Fabens by noon or so and then get the group started on the next project, collect my things and hit the road for home. Instead, we finished at about 4:30 and then drove to the next project, looked it over and then headed for the dorm around 6.
I knew that by the time I got cleaned up and ate dinner, it would be 8 pm MST before I could begin the 6 hour drive. I decided to stay one more night and make the drive today. As much as I wanted to be home last night, I know that the work we accomplished is pleasing to God. So, the inconvenience is worth it.
This is a common issue on mission trips. In fact, I never lead a group on a trip like this without a discussion about being flexible.
But how about the rest of the time. How flexible am I during a normal work week? When I have an extensive To Do list, do I get frustrated when interruptions keep me from being able check things off my list? I am reminded that God would have us be available.
Will you make yourself available for God to use today – remaining flexible? Or will you get frustrated when an opportunity arises?
Your choice.
Clay in the Hands 
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