Not Writing.
I've not been writing over here because I've been so busy with things pertaining to my regular life.
In my devotions today, it talked about God's timing. That His timing may not always be my timing. That there are reasons for delays or for other things happening that weren't planned on. A few years ago, I used to think that annoyances were something that you had to get through. Now, I look for what I'm supposed to learn from them or how "it" will change my perspective.
Growing in His will is one of the hardest things to do. Especially for a control freak like me. It's hard to turn over the wheel and let him drive. Yet when I do, the blessings are bountiful.
I'm looking down the road of my future. While the things I see may change and difficulties will, no doubt, be encountered, I wonder to myself if such happiness is allowed.
Is it really possible to have hope?
posted by Jammie J. @ 10:03 AM
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4 Comments:
Yes. God's timing is different than your timing. He is in control of mankind's history. He is also in control of your personal history.
The more He delays, the more you will be looking for Him, because He is the One who sowed these desires in your heart: Desires for Holiness and Perfection.
There is a reason for hope.
Remember the days when your heart was set on fire. Be not afraid of the darkness of the tunnel you're passing through.
Be not afraid of the loneliness of the desert you might be in.
Be not troubled when you see the beasts in the forest. The time is coming when you get out of the forest to see the meadow.
The time is coming when you get out of the desert to see the rivers of the Promised land.
The time is coming when you get out of the tunnel, then you will understand the whole story.
When will that be? Is it a fake promise that I present to give you hope?
Absolutely not. This promise is true and real. Millions of Christians got out of their tunnels/deserts/forests after a long journey with the Lord.
Blessed are the eyes that see what you will see. In this life.
At the moment, the more you feel you are dying, the more be assured that you are growing.
The more you feel you are lost, the more be assured that you're on the right track.
The things will change. Difficulties will disappear. In this life.
Such happiness was promised, when you first encountered the Living God (few years ago).
Hope.
You spritual brother,
Angel Anthony
Hi there...first time here by way of Gayla's blog. It was interesting to read this post since I posted today on the same topic. It's so hard to wait, so hard to be patient, but I have yet to hear of a story where the faithful who have waited for God's perfect timing have been dissapointed at the results. Blessings,
Becky
A.A. and I have been having our own little 'debate' on our two blogs, but I must say that I so agree with what he has said to you! Wow, he really spoke truth, and I hope you are encouraged, Jeanette.
I will leave you with this verse, and pray that it, too, will be encouragement for your soul.
My soul, wait in silence for God only, For my hope is from Him. He only is my rock and my salvation, My stronghold; I shall not be shaken. On God my salvation and my glory {rest;} The rock of my strength, my refuge is in God.
(Psalm 62:5-7)
"That His timing may not always be my timing. That there are reasons for delays ... "
i get so impatient too Jeanette ... but then i think "do i think i'm smarter than my God?" DUH - no brainer for the answer ... then what in the world is my problem i wonder? i guess the earthly clay feet ...
hope all is well ... ((hugs))
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