School Is Now In Session

A familiar sound greeted my ears as I was preparing for work.  I had trouble placing the sound though.  I peeked out my front window, and there it was.  A big yellow school bus parked right in front of my home.  The whoosh and squeak of the doors of the bus was coming through loud and clear.  School was back in session.

As a kid, I desperately wanted to ride the school bus.  I have no idea why.  I am not an extrovert.  But for some reason, I wanted to squish onto a bus with a group of kids.  Bible Study Mama squashed that dream rather quickly, but she was careful to make other school dreams come true.

When I was a kid, the first day of school was a big deal.  Bible Study Mama would take the time to make sure that we were prepared before the day arrived.  After receiving our school supply lists from the school, we would venture out to the store.  Shopping has always been one of my favorite activities, so I looked forward to picking out new supplies.  The smell of paper would be everywhere.  The stores would be crowded, but we would push through get every item on the list.

Not only did we get new supplies, but we also received new outfits.  Poor Bible Study Mama.  Shopping is just not her thing.  Back to school preparation probably wore her out.  I would walk through the racks of clothing to compile the perfect back to school wardrobe.  When I got older, mama just gave me the card and let me have my way.  I know that took a weight off her back.

Supplies-check.  New outfits-check.  What am I missing?  Back to school hair of course.  The styles varied over the years, but I was always excited to get a fresh style.  When all that was completed, I counted myself ready to start the new year.  My nerves would bubble up as the first day approached.

The sight and sound of the school bus brought back so many memories.  I took such care to make sure that I was prepared to learn everything that I needed to learn at each grade level.  I had the supplies.  I had the look.  I went into school with fresh energy.  Lord, help me to have that same motivation to conquer the current spiritual level that I am on.  Supply me with everything that I need to do the work.  Let me look like I belong to You.  Please give me fresh energy.  I am nervous, but I am ready.  I know that school is now in session.  #wepreach