Wednesday, November 22, 2017

PERIOD

When we talk about trusting God, typically we mean that we'll trust Him this little rough patch we're having right now, if it doesn't take Him too long to figure it out.

'I'll trust you through Thanksgiving, God - but by Christmas time, You need to have this thing fixed if we're going to be friends going forward.'

That isn't the way of trust.  Trusting God means trusting . . . period.

Trust His character - trust His Word - trust His direction - trust His promises - trust His wisdom . . . period.  Not just because you think the valley will soon end - not just because you know one day there's a blessing.  Just trust.

I know that's hard.

Where are you being called to trust and it's brought you nothing but pain so far?
It's brought nothing but difficulty?
Nothing by setback?
Maybe even harder times?

Here's the end game reality:  'God meant it for good.' 

Oh, sorry.  Did you think that meant He would work out everything so YOU were happy and satisfied?  Hmm.  That isn't what that says.  He will work it all out for HIS good - for HIS great purposes.  But know that in the end, that IS your very best.

Which is why the idea of providence is best seen thru the rear view mirror.  God's hand - God's control - God's blessing - is best seen looking back over a life, not forward or even in the moment.

God has your best in mind ... period.

And be blessed.

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