It seems God brings things about in connecting events. In my case I think it may be because with just one or two events, I could easily say, "OH, I can handle that. No problem." He brings a couple more. "OH, well, this is tough, but I think I can deal with it." Then comes 4,5,6 and WHAM!! right in the kisser. Then I say, "OHHHH, Lord, you want me to ask you for help. And remember that I really couldn't deal with the first issue on my own strength." I thought I had actually learned this and didn't THINK I was relying on myself. But maybe I was. Anyway, I have no control, no strength, no plan, just one or two heart desires. One, that all these event will lead all involved, including myself, to an abiding relationship with Christ.
"I am the vine; you are the branches. Whoever abides in me and I in him, he it is that bears much fruit, for apart from me you can do nothing." Oh, how I need to learn that abiding part. and remember fruit, which, on a side note, I had always liked apples and grapes. But now I think the whole fruit family is absolutely a gift from God.
Two, I pray God is glorified through all this. I actually am not sure how in many cases, but I know that is the chief aim of man is to to glorify God and praise Him forever, and I at least want to aim for the aim.
Lastly, and this is mostly unrelated, I think Magic Kingdom is one of the most magical places, next to a gorgeous walk through a fall colored woods. Maybe I still just have a little kid left in me, but I loved it. Oh, and the kids have fun too. Will post pictures and comments later. We had a blast and would love to go again, maybe with grandkids. Noooo, I just like to think ahead, WAYYYYY ahead. My mom keeps telling me they are fun, wonderful, and worth waiting for. So I wait patiently!!!
thanks for reading,
Rebekah
That's because you can choose when you see them, spoil them, and then ship them back to their momma! :-D
ReplyDeleteGood stuff today my dear...
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Not necessarily, Damon!
ReplyDeleteI always identified well with the preacher who talked about God taking us around the mountain over and over again. We mortals just don't learn quickly, I think. Just this morning I was thinking about the desire that I have to praise Him NO MATTER WHAT! He is God and we are only human, and it is in His power to make us into the creation He desires us to be. Of course, it will take trials and to eternity. Can't say I like it, but I must say that I desire to enter eternity with a "Well done, good and faithful servant." I fear that won't be true as I look back, but I can only look forward. Sorry to use your blog as my soap box! Love you.