Positioning to Be Present

There is a well-known phrase: “Be where your feet are”. This metaphor connecting our mind and soul to the physical presence of where we are at a moment in time. In a society that places value on performance, the competitive edge of perfecting the multitasking game stretches us well beyond where our feet land in the present.

We can languish in the past and evaluate how we could have done everything more effectively. We can also find ourselves pushing forward to all that needs tending beyond the moment so we can stay ahead of our relentless daily tasks and come out winning. Both positions involve expending great mental, emotional and physical energies to a past and future over which we have no control. Who we need to be at that present moment is compromised, because God designed us holistically to be at our best where body, mind and soul are fully engaged in the present.

We spend hours watching footage of past games and prepping for future ones, but life happens in the here and now. How can we seek to be more in tune with God throughout the day and see those around us as a chance to share His love? The present is where God meets us, speaks to us and shows us how He wants us to live and who He wants us to care for. Let’s shift perspective to staying close to Jesus in the present.

WHY YOUR POSITION MATTERS

Throughout His life on earth, Jesus positioned Himself in a uniquely countercultural way to lead and serve where He stood in that moment. What changes can we make to follow His lead in our lives? The word “position” means to take one's stand or to station yourself. Our position in Christ is one of a steadfast, determined faith. That faith grants us the fuel for that much-desired edge in the promises of God in His Word.

2 Chronicles 20:17 says: “You do not have to fight this battle. Position yourselves, stand still, and see the salvation of the Lord. He is with you.” Positioning defines a direction and speaks directly to being present. This presence is one of focus and engagement in the here and now. We need to resist the temptation or the need to be distracted or mentally absent. We must understand that our true identity overflows from our time spent with Him and not what we can accomplish in a single moment.

“My foot stands on level ground;
I will bless the Lord in the assemblies.” -Psalm 26:12

Standing on level ground symbolizes stability and righteousness. It highlights the importance of being firmly established in God's design for our lives. The places and spaces God has designed for us are to be designated for His glory. Let’s practice being present, and stand on the level ground of His glory and righteousness today.

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Live It Out:

Quarter Verse – “The Word became flesh and dwelt among us. We observed his glory, the glory as the one and only Son from the Father, full of grace and truth.” –John 1:14 

Question – Are you where your feet are today? Is your mind and heart positioned to chase your glory or to understand your true identity and purpose in Christ?    

Challenge – Choose a few moments throughout the day to look down at where your physical feet are. Look up and invite God to grant you the ability to focus fully. Look out and take notice of who is in your presence and give them your full attention.

*If you read this article and aren’t in relationship with Christ yet but would like to know more, we invite you to go through FCA’s The FOUR, which explains how an everlasting and fulfilling life with God is possible.

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