My journey began when I started the book "Is That Really You God?" as part of my reading for the school. As I sat flipping through stories of the Cunningham family's lives, I saw that sometimes it is harder to realize how God is working in your life without getting the bird's eye view. Sometimes we need to be removed from a situation to see the impact that it has made. Looking back on my own life so far I have seen how I, myself, have heard from God. Yet, I began to wonder what would happen if I decided to truly press in and hear from the Lord. Not to be satisfied with a short conversation with God.
I have decided that I will give the Creator of the Universe His turn to speak. Don't I think that He knows a thing or two about life. After all, who am I??
And, He is the one who gives me life. Without God, I am nothing. Why do I choose to take matters into my own hands, instead of trusting the one who gave me life: formed and created me, then gave me the opportunity to live eternally with Him?
Of course, my day didn't end without these points being reiterated. I had a conversation with my mom about life and how God has an ultimate plan. We discussed how even when we don't choose to listen intently to God, He still guides us. And I have seen that even when it feels like we mess up, God draws all the pieces together that seemed broken and out of place. I heard it said that he always has a redemptive plan for us. How awesome is that?! In striving to do His will, if we mess up He will always be there. In fact, have we really messed up? Sometimes the things we go through teach us valuable lessons and help us grow stronger and closer with the Lord.
So, be encouraged! Know that you can always get back up when you feel like you've been knocked down. And that there is a plan and purpose for your life. We worship a faithful and loving God.
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