My direction comes from the Lord, my GPS lies within his words. If I meditate and spend time with the Father I will find my way.
When I first heard that it was not comforting. After all, I thought I was meditating and following his words. There is where the problem began, I assumed I knew more than I actually did. I assumed I had the answers. So when I would read my bible I forgot to see how God handled the many storms in the lives of his apostles. disciples and followers. I was not sure how the Centurian who came to Jesus and asked him to heal his son without going to his house could help me. Once I took the time to really look at that I realized that it was to remind me that just because I can’t see Jesus at work in my life doesn’t mean he is not working.
God in a box
Still, like many Christians, I often put God in a box expecting him to respond to my prayers instantly. Even though I know that His timing is always better than mine, He always knows what’s best for me. Sometimes I can’t fathom how I could possibly get through the storm he has allowed in my life. But ultimately at some point, there is a blessing or lesson I receive from it.
Hearing His direction.
When I wake up in the morning I thank God for giving me another day to do better and seek to follow his directions. It’s a clean slate to start over again. I listen for that still small voice giving me the wisdom I pray for. However, there are times when I question that voice, asking if that is truly you Lord? These past 18 months have given me much time to discern the choices and decisions I have made. Sadly there have been many days when I have questioned all that I have done. Am I truly hearing the directions from the Lord or am I listening to that of the sinful side of me? How can anyone be sure, I ask? So I remind myself to turn to the GPS of life, the bible.
As I study God’s words and seek his direction it does bring comfort and assurance that he is molding me like an artist paints a masterpiece. I am God’s masterpiece in progress.
He is not finished with me yet and with all that has happened, I trust that there will be beauty in the end. His will not mine will prevail and even if I can’t see the purpose I know that he sees the bigger picture.
“I am with you always, even to the end of the age.” (Matthew 28:20)
As I make my way through this journey of grief, I must remember to keep my focus on the Lord. For when I am weak, he is strong and it is in this messiness that I am learning things that will be able to be used for his glory. Because I know that after every testing comes a blessing. Also If I want to know the will of God, I have to get into his word. That is the GPS for life; that is where I will find my peace.
It doesn’t mean I will miss Tom less, it simply means I am learning that my life still has a purpose. Thank you, Lord, for being with me every day and being my guide.
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I agree that the Word of God is our GPS. What a great blog if we can just stay focused on the Lord. I was singing that song today Give Thanks and it says pretty much the same thing you said. ” For when I am weak, he is strong and it is in this messiness that I am learning things that will be able to be used for his glory. Because I know that after every testing comes a blessing.” He truly works all things together for good to those who love Him and are called according to His purpose.” Romans 8:28