Hello friends! The blog site was down for awhile, and frankly, I just haven't been taking the time to post something. After the slew of posts during Easter, I just haven't known what to post. But, today, I read some good stuff, and I'm excited to share.
My life has been a bit confusing lately. Over the past few months, I have beem trying to seek God's wisdom and guidance for Clinton and I's future. I've often found myself saying "God if you would just put a sign right in front my face, that would be super helpful." But He doesn't work like that does He? No, instead, we are trying to piece together the results of job opportunities, month to month baby anticipation, and church involvement opportunities/obligations. We are torn between two worlds, and we are wrestling with our own feelings and doubts.
I am finding it very difficult to discern what God is calling us to do with our lives right now. I definitely have my own opinions about how our lives should go, and I find myself letting Him know all the time. Do you ever do that? Give God advice about what you think should happen? I don't only do it in my personal prayers, but even more so in my prayers for others. "Oh Lord, if you would just do this! Or I'm pretty sure that if that would happen, then this would be the result. Why can't you just see that my way makes sense?!" Today I ready something refreshing, and it put me in my place.
Romans 11:34-36
34 For who can know the Lord’s thoughts?
Who knows enough to give him advice?[a]
35 And who has given him so much
that he needs to pay it back?[b]
36 For everything comes from him and exists by his power and is intended for his glory. All glory to him forever! Amen.
Wow. Who am I to give the Creator advice? Have I given "so much" of myself that I feel entitled to a reward? Ha! I hope I never feel that way, for I know I can never do enough to deserve anything that God gives me! Today I needed to be reminded about the awesomeness of God. I can only hope and pray that His Spirit will guide me, will give me discernment, and wisdom. His ways are higher than mine, and I am in no position to offer Him advice. Ultimately, He knows our hearts, and He knows just what we need.
Today I needed to step back, shut my trap, and just let Him lead. I don't know what the future holds, but I do know that God has already taken care of us thus far, and His plan is always sweeter than mine.
Tis so sweet to trust in Jesus,
Just to take Him at His word,
Just to rest upon His promise,
And to know thus sayeth the Lord
Jesus, Jesus, how I trust Him
How I've proved Him o'er and o'er
Jesus, Jesus, Precious Jesus,
Oh for grace to trust Him more.
Amen! May this be our prayer and our song. Love.
2 comments:
Thanks, Courtney. You offered refreshment and encouragement for me this morning. This whole trust thing certainly doesn't come naturally for most of us! As the saying goes, "It's one thing to believe in God. It's another to actually believe God...to believe He is who he says He is and will do do what He says He will do." Thanks so much for reminding me of this today. I love you!
What a great thought - yes, I admit to trying to let God know what I think should happen. I am trying to learn to "BE STILL AND KNOW" that HE is God and I am not. It is harder for some personalities than others. Lord today help us to TRUST in you and to know that all things work together for good to those who love you.
Thanks, Courtney. God will lead you and Clinton. I love your heart. Blessings to you today.
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