Control

If we really believe that everything is under God's control it would change our entire outlook on life. We would pray for God's Spirit to strengthen and teach us when we face difficult times. We would thank Him for trusting us enough to test us so that He can use us in the business of His kingdom. We would thank Him when He takes away from us because He has so freely and graciously given to us first. We would ask Him for a sensitivity to those around us who are hurting, doubting, feeling alone. struggling with their Christian walk because we would know that they are not in our lives by accident. We would freely forgive all those who have hurt us--no matter how deep the hurt--because that pain and sorrow has allowed us to participate in His suffering for us--the eternally forgiven. We would wait and pray with patience as those we love struggle with their walk with Him, seemingly unwilling to commit fully to His Lordship. We would know that He in His timing will bring them to Himself in loving obedience and understanding--just as He did with us in our lives. The God of perfect love and perfect wisdom is in control. May my faith in that Rock, that mountain of truth, be reflected in the life I live by my unwavering obedience and in the prayers I pray by my joyous thanksgiving. He is on His throne. The earth will be filled with the glory of the Lord as the waters cover the sea.