Consume, consuming, consumed

And, don’t forget, consumer.

While I fall into the category of a consumer, I think there is so much more about me. So it bugs me that this is a title that sticks to all of us. I can’t shake it. And I want to know why it is that it bothers me.

I don’t want to be consumed, unless it is by something of God.

Our economy is based on us consuming all kinds of things. And we seem to be doing a lot of it. My goodness. How did we get to this point?

How did I get to this point?

Dictionary.com defines consume as: to destroy or expend by use; use up. Synonyms: deplete, exhaust. to eat or drink up; devour.

Hmmm…..

I guess that defines me a bit.

It is easy to fall into the trap of “I want this.” or “I deserve this.” Or maybe even, “I earned this.”

Lord, let me consider all the consuming I do. Where would You have me contribute? What would you like me to contemplate? When is enough enough? And, most importantly, what is consuming me to the point that I am unable to seek you? Amen.