It's now August and I have completed two studies and I can't believe how quickly the year has gone by. But during that time each morning when I went to the table and dived into The Word, it didn't always seem like the days were flying by. Since January, I have been in a season of waiting. It's not always easy, but I know this is where God wants me right now.
During this season, I have learned a lot! God has been revealing himself to me in so many different ways and it has allowed me to be broken, so that He can mold me the way He wants me to be. There are two things that have been in my thoughts a lot lately and I thought I would share them with you.
Life is messy. It's not all sunshine and rainbows. I'm not trying to be a downer, just speak the truth. However, when life seems to be going well, we tend to think that God is good to us. That is true. But does that mean He isn't good to us when life is messy and you lose your job, someone close to you passes away, or things aren't going your way? Absolutely not. I heard something yesterday that said it perfectly, "God's goodness is based on His character, not based on our circumstances."
What a great reminder of the truth that seems to get pushed aside. It's so easy to praise Him when life is good and things seem to be falling into place just the way you wanted them to. But what about when life is messy? I am guilty of this. It's not that I don't see that God has a plan, but I can get down and focus on that rather than what God is trying to teach me through each situation.
Have you ever used the phrase, "That is such an answer to prayer," when you get the answer you wanted? I know I have. But do you say that when you are told "No" or "Wait?" God answers all prayers. It's either yes, no, or wait. It's easy to not praise Him for listening to you and answering you when it's not the answer we want.
This is written mostly to remind myself of this season and to never forget what God is teaching me during this time. However, I hope this helps some of you as well.
