I have some things that I need to work out that are complicated: those kinds of things where there is really no good option and a lot of subpar options. I’m the kind of person that when I am confronted with difficult decisions I like to make lists, consider options, and put out fleeces to see what options will work best (I call it “jiggling door handles” which means that I try every door (option) to see which ones are unlocked).
I read three different devotional books in my quiet time and today 2 of them dealt with being patient and letting God work things out for us. Ouch. That stepped on my toes. While I believe that God wants you to make decisions with his counsel and prayer and move on decisions that you make, I’m learning that there are times when it’s best to just be still and wait on the Lord, allowing him to open some doors when they all seem locked.
This is hard to do. When I’m confronted with decisions I want to be active, doing research, checking options, doing SOMETHING. My devotions today, however, have convinced me that there are times when we just need to trust God, knowing that he knows our needs and will work to meet them in his best way. Jesus told us not to worry about tomorrow, yet this is a command that most of us routinely disobey.
God help me to learn to be patient and trust that you have it all in control!
I just read the book of JOB and that tells me everything . The Bible tells it the way it is and its the Word of God . Read the Book Of JOB and put it your heart to think when times are hard and things go haywire. ………..Pat
We’d all like to think it could be cut and dry. Man most of our choices are gray.
I still love the whole jiggling the knobs…
“Locked, Locked, Opens out and down the side of the building…”
You aren’t alone brother. I always seem to think I can help the Lord along. How foolish! Patience is tough. God bless. dell kimberly
I got to thinking about one of my favorite preachers yesterday and guess who came stumbling into my head?
You, brother. So this morning, I made my way over to your blog page (whose name I will forever, never get out my head) and viola`, here you are.
Please, Earl of Warren, send me an email (I lost your address in a “mail-glitch” with aol), and I’ll send you the address of my new (only) blog. You may reach me down at the ol’ fishin’ hole, onhomerspond@aol.com
Say “hi” to the missus redhead and the urchin.