Waiting on the Lord...

Have you ever prayed to God and asked him for a blessing but it didn't come to pass?

Have you waited for something to happen for years that didn't come to pass?

Did things seem like they were going right only to stall and go no where?

If this has ever happened to you it could leave you questioning if God is really there.  If he's really looking out for you.

But when you start feeling this way there's no need to fear or be discouraged.  Because God is all knowing and he knows the end from the beginning.  He knows what is best for your life and sometimes what we think is best for us doesn't go along with his long term plans.

He knows what's best and what will make us the most happy from an eternal perspective.  Even when it goes against what we believe or think is best.

Proverbs 8:34 Blessed are those who listen to me, watching daily at my doors, waiting at my doorway.

Do you stand at the Lord's door waiting for him until he's ready to open it?  If you wait for him without complaining and with a smile on your face constantly serving the Lord he will come to your aid.  At the time when he feels it's right and you are ready to receive his blessings. 

Listen to what he wants you do...serve others, be kind and invite God into your life.  Watch for the signs of him guiding your life, the warmth of those you love, a beautiful spring morning.  Then at the time when he feels it's best for you he will open your door and bring you the blessings you seek.

Addiction.

It is a word that first brings unhappy thoughts to mind.

Drug addictions.

Alcoholism.

Diseases that can steal promising lives and futures. 

Ruined chances.

Missed opportunities.

Truth is we are all a little bit addicted to something but our rational mind is able to keep it in check.

I like to eat a little too much.  Another person I know likes to play online games too much.  These are little addictions that we can control.

Recently I decided I wanted to lose weight so I started a healthier eating plan.  It was hard the first day but by the 2nd I felt like I had gained control over my life.

My mind was more alert and I felt a new level of zest for life.

It makes me wonder...

What if we gave up a little bit of the time we give to our addictions and give it to God?

What if you read scripture each day?

What is you spent a few more minutes praying?

Galations 5:16 This I say then, Walk in the Spirit, and ye shall not fulfil the lust of the flesh.

As you give up a little bit of your natural, addictive state you become more of what God wants you to be.

You don't let your earthly hungers control you.  Instead you look toward God and ask him for direction in your life.

You fully give up your own will and say, "Thy will be done."

By doing this you are opening your life to the amazing blessings her has for you. Invite him in and he will guide you.  Your happiness will be deeper and you will gain a God like perspective.

How do I know?

Since I've gained control of my small addictions I can tell you God has lifted me up.  I've felt a new found peace and calmness.  I promise you that if you decide to become addicted to God and his words you'll be able to conquer bad habits.  Your life will be filled with undying love and beauty!

If you call on him, he will answer you

I want everyday to be a journey going upward.  Moving forward to a new destination closer and closer to God. 

When I’m trying to live up to what he wants me to be my thoughts are clearer. 

My words are kinder.

I feel a bigger love for all people.

I appreciate my family more.

I want to help others

Turning your life to God doesn’t just happen once.  It’s constant learning and changing to make your life in tune with what he wants

Recently I read a blog post by a grade school friend that gave an example of turning your life to him…

With two small children under age four and pregnant with twins she found herself alone for six months while her husband was deployed. It’s hard enough to be alone with small children being pregnant and would make it almost unbearable. 

Every day she was tired but still had all the chores and shopping ahead of her.  She did all she could to be careful, she didn’t want to go on bedrest.

At her wits end one night she kneeled in prayer and asked God to help get he through this hard time.

What happened next was amazing!

She woke up after only a few hours of sleep with a new feeling of gratitude.  She had enough energy to get everything done and she felt a new love and gratitude for her family.  She thanked God for entrusting her with her children.

When we turn to God we confess that we need him to swoop in and rescue us.  He will come and help us bear our burdens and make them feel lighter. 

Galatians 6:2 says Bear you one anothers burdens, and so fulfill the law of Christ.

Just as we are supposed to help our fellowman he will help us if we just turn to him and ask him.  If we seek strength he will supply us with enough to climb our daily mountains and do it with a smile on our face.

What burdens have you asked God to lift from your shoulders?