I have had many conversations lately regarding unanswered prayers....dreams unfulfilled...desires still burning in many hearts..and I began to question God of why? Not that he had to give me an answer but he began to show me several different points....so I thought I would share....
I know we've heard this a million times BUT in his infinite wisdom he knows what is best for us!! He began to show me that one of the greatest treasures is to learn to trust him...I have to admit in times past..it was never one of my top prayer requests, but in learning how to quietly and patiently trust in him, there is so much he will give you along the way! You see, I am finally at a point where I am not truly chasing things(ecspecially visions I believe he has given me) but rather chasing the peace of God, seeking the true meaning of this life...on a daily basis. For those of you who know me, I never thought I would be a mother and I am...and each day when I TAKE THE TIME TO STOP,LOOK & LISTEN, I experience his presence, his power, his strength, his joy, his kindness through situations I never would have dreamed could satisfy me!!! You see, I thought I knew me...and I do to a certain extent...BUT GOD...he knows what I'll enjoy in my 30's...in my 40's and so forth and by simply staying steady I'm sure he'll continue to hold me in the comfort of his will!! So, with that frame of mind...I can walk in peace. I am learning that life will present challenges BUT life also gives us a choice...either to learn to overcome challenges or succumb to them. I am learning that to overcome challenges means to trust in him. Now, don't misunderstand this...I have not let go of other dreams but I have simply embraced and accepted seasons. Their are some visions God had given me years ago...that are on the way....but, for now he's building character for starters and many more attributes he'll need for his use. I am learning we are all connected and I am an intricate part of the persons he has placed in my life...you see, I believe purpose is an everyday thing! So, many times we are waiting on that vision, that unanswered prayer that we forget the answered prayers...but oh...we must not forget, this is vital to our walk and he has something beautiful to teach us.... all the time! Isn't he just grand! My prayer my sisters... is to simply trust & obey and then trust some more...it's called faith! Oh yeah, as a final point, enjoy everyday because their are so many treasures in each day....pray for God's wisdom, I'm sure once he begins revealing his wisdom..your days will look different..no matter what the situation!
GOD BLESS!
Tara
"Whoso loveth wisdom rejoiceth his father." Proverbs 29:3
"Blessed is the man that trusteth in the Lord, and whose hope the Lord is. Jeremiah 17:7
"If any of you lack wisdom, let him ask of God, that giveth to all men liberally, and upbraideth not; AND IT SHALL BE GIVEN HIM. James 1:5
For God giveth to a man that is good in his sight wisdom, and knowledge, and joy.
Ecclesiastes 2:26
Wednesday, June 20, 2007
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In the words of one of my friends, "oooo, hot glory!" =) Your topic blessed me this morning.
My favorite part of your post is where you mention God knows what we will need in every upcoming stage of our lives. Yes, He knows our desires (most of the times He's placed them within our hearts), and yes, He knows the plans He has for us since Creation. However, in order to bring most of these things to pass, He must first prepare us for His great plans. As you mentioned, our character needs to be developed and of course that could include many traits...righteousness, humility, compassion, forgiveness, complete trust in Him, peace, etc.
I can personally relate to the character building thing. Currently, I am in a less than desirable job situation. All within me want to kick and scream, "God save me! God get me out of here! God, do you see this environment I'm in? God don't you see the change that is to occur in the next few weeks and how it's going to affect and 'disrupt' my life?" Thinking that the whole thing is too much for me and not worth the discomfort, tears and endless prayers for repositioning, and just when I'm ready to throw in the towels to walk away, I hear a small voice: "I'm shaping you, My child. Don't jump off the wheel before you've been fully crafted. I know this pressure hurts and the degrees of the fire has increased, but I see you and I know what is to come well after these few upcoming weeks. My yoke is easy."
Then it hit me that what I'm going through is simply not just about my job situation, but more so about Him strengthening me and my relationship with Him. He's teaching me. He's building my faith. He's solidifying my trust in Him to be God over all aspects of my life. Even though a new opportunity would be grand, He's blessing me with rewards and positions within Him that will far exceed any advancement I could possibly create for myself or man could provide.
He certainly does has something beautiful to teach us...everyday! All we have to do is embrace the lesson and begin to look at our lives (and the people that come into our lives) through His eyes.
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