Teachable Moments Week

I'm one of those nerds who actually enjoyed school, especially college. Granted, I didn't enjoy taking tests or studying, but I did enjoy learning new subjects (except for math). Today, my love of learning continues. I like watching the History Channel and Discovery Channel. I enjoy visiting museums and historical homes and landmarks. I like playing along at home to "Jeopardy!".

Just because I'm not in a classroom, that doesn't mean that I'm not learning. In fact, some of the most valuable lessons I've learned have not come from sitting in a lecture hall or studying at the library. I am more of a "hands-on" learner; I tend to absorb more when I experience it firsthand, rather than just hear or read about it.

As a disciple of Christ, I have the opportunity to learn from Him. That education is not limited to listening to a sermon or sitting through a Sunday school lesson. Indeed, God provides teachable moments all the time. He is always willing to bestow His wisdom on me, when I am willing to ask for and expect it.

Some days I am really aware of God turning occurrences into object lessons throughout my day. Other days, I coast through (or, in some cases, speed through) my day, totally oblivious to the lessons that God is trying to teach me. When I start my day focused on Him and asking Him to pour out His wisdom on me, I am much more likely to recognize those teachable moments.

I am trying an experiment this week. I am deeming this "Teachable Moments Week". All week long, I will make a concerted effort to open my eyes, ears and heart to the lessons that God is teaching me. There may be just one lesson that occurs throughout the entire week--or He may have a different lesson for me every day. I don't know what He plans to do. But I want to be aware of whatever it is He's trying to teach me.

I will do my best to share with you those teachable moments from this week. Feel free to share your own with me here.