Patience has never been a strong point for me. I know what I want and I push as hard as I can. And sometimes I will admit the old saying “haste makes waste” rings true. And now that I have a more firm grasp on God’s plan and purpose for us I now find myself weighing priorities between my worldly goals and focusing on my spiritual goals. So long as I am still here I would like to achieve a level of stability and security and I must admit my optimism has improved since giving my goals to God and allowing His will. But I do tend to stand here tapping my foot wondering how long I must wait, when my own efforts will result in my end desires. I sense His presence in the anticipated results that are just around the next bend. I know the work is coming, I know that things will improve and level out. I know that this horrible winter and all it’s struggles is nearing an end. But for now I have to trust that He is in control.

With my new routine in life I find myself looking forward to Sunday morning services. I look forward to Him literally speaking to me through the message provided by the pastor. What is so amazing about attending a church you just resonate with is you will find that others will say the message spoke to them as well yet their struggles and questions may be completely different from your own. That is the amazing thing about the living Word of God. There is so much to be gained if we just open the book and see. He truly has provided a guide to life. I know how hard it is to give in to our conscience and question our own lifestyles and desires. But I know that many of those desires provide no substance for my soul. I know that life is short within this world but enjoy greater peace knowing that a few sacrifices of turning away from my sinful desires is worth the reward of eternal life with our Lord. And I reckon I will be a work in progress for the rest of my life.

“Commit everything you do to the Lord. Trust Him and He will help you.” Psalm 37:5

Heavenly Father thank you for the gift of life. Thank you for creating me in a way that pleases you. Give me the aptitude to repay that gift with a renewed and strengthened faith that is driven by ambition but with patience to know that all things happen by your will and in your time. Shower me with your grace so that I may love and live as Jesus did. Remind me daily that though I struggle in this world you have promised an everlasting life in peace. May my faith be an example to others that are still seeking for purpose and understanding. Amen.

Allow Jesus to be Lord of your life. A sinless man sent by God to suffer for your sins because He loves you.