Remembering Jesus

Yesterday offered me a few different opportunities to remember Jesus. 
1) Blake Shipp continued the series "A Million Tiny Pieces," and encouraged us to situate our present moments around Jesus, trusting Him for our future. 
2) I helped out with a class on adversity, which is training people with tools and perspectives to help them acknowledge the presence and work of Jesus in the midst of their difficult times. 
3) I had a great time getting to baptize 8 people, as they celebrated the new life they have begun to find in Jesus. 

I am so thankful for these encouragements to remember Jesus.  Often, I find myself absorbed and even lost in the responsibilities and tasks that weigh on my heart and mind.  It seems as if I go through those moments feeling like I am alone.  I have this routine in which I go about much of my life on my own, without the acknowledgment that Jesus is present and wanting to help me experience life.  Not surprisingly, I experience anxiety during these moments.  My heart is not able to experience peace as I go about my life ignoring the presence, help, and life that Jesus is offering me during these times.

Yet, I get glimpses of what it might be like to live my life constantly remembering Jesus is present with me.  In moments, I acknowledge Jesus is present.  I remember and continue to trust that I am valued, loved, and considered His friend. I might even listen or interact with Him.  I find that I'm far from the constant realization of this, but, I am taking baby steps to remember Jesus.  As I am taking steps I am going to celebrate those more consistent moments that I have with Him.

How might your life look different like if you consistently remembered Jesus was present and loving you at all times?  How might Jesus be inviting you to take a baby step with Him?