Ain't God good? I've had a great number of setbacks lately in my life; things that just haven't worked out according to my plans. It's rather difficult to deal with too; after all, I've got the things I want to do. I want to get all my bills paid off. I want to buy an awesome engagement ring and get betrothed in a few weeks. I want to get married this year. I want to go to New York next year to begin planting a church. I have noticed a pattern with my statements. The funny thing is, I ain't been gittin' a lot of my wants lately, and I haven't been happy about it.
It all came to the top today when a large sum of money I was expecting was denied from me. I was mad; I was not satisfied or content; I was mad. I was not trusting; I was mad. Then, as usual, God used His Word in my heart.
He brought to mind the story of Job, and a particular verse.
Job 1:21 And said, Naked came I out of my mother's womb, and naked shall I return thither: the LORD gave, and the LORD hath taken away; blessed be the name of the LORD.
I began to focus on all the Lord has given me. I got out of bed this morning a walked. I awoke this morning and could see; I could heart. I have a place to sleep; I have food to eat. I have clothes to wear; I have a job to work at. I have a wonderful family that cares for me; I have a wonderful girlfriend that is a tremendous blessing to me. It puts things in perspective for me to focus on what I have been blessed with rather than not getting what I want. God forgive my spoiled brattiness.
So, Praise the Lord for His Mercy!!! Praise Him for His blessings; for His patience; for His lovingkindness. Praise Him and thank Him for all He has done for us!! It makes the things we "want" fade into faith and trust.
