Life is complex. Full of choices. How do I know that what I am choosing is the path that I should take? How do I know if I am living a life in God's will? When I feel a tug on my heart, is it God's voice?
The song Oceans Will Part by Hillsong has been a great reminder for me to trust God. This song has carried me through some challenging times while I have lived in Haiti. God has a plan in everything.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j7Uj_B0KNgU
Sometimes it is difficult to discern God's voice. Especially, in the midst of chaos and questions. While I have been in Haiti, I have questioned so many times what to do in a specific situation: when a family comes to the gate and wants to give us their child to care for, when a child is sick, or when I am thinking about my future. So often, I wonder, Lord what should I do? How should I help? What is your will? Why can't I hear your voice?
God has been teaching me that I need to trust Him in all circumstances (proverbs 3:5-6). When a situation arises that is complex and new to me, I need to pray. I need to open my heart to the work that the Lord will do. I need to pray for wisdom and guidance. I pray for a peace that only God can give (Philippians 4:7). I have learned how to trust. Sometimes that means being patient. God has led me through so many challenges.
We have a God that is all knowing, omniscient (Psalm 147:5). A God who works all things together for our good (Romans 8:28). Even if at times, we don't understand why certain things happen to us or others, God knows. He is our healer (Psalm 103:1-3) and savior (John 3:16). He pulls us through the storm. Even if the storm seems impossible. He gives us hope and faith in what is to come (Jeremiah 29:11). He is victorious! I am so thankful that he knows my every thought (Psalm 139). He knows my heart and gives me the desires of my heart (Psalm 37:4). My heart is to love. I pray that the Lord continues to show me how to love and serve those around me.
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