Every so often in life, we find ourselves standing before God, thinking we know the itinerary. Good health, a job promotion, a pregnancy. Many times God checks the itinerary he created and says yes. But there are times when he says, "No. That isn't the journey I have planned for you. I have you routed through the city of Struggle."
We can stomp our feet and shake our fists. Or we can make a sailor-in-the-storm decision. I know God knows what is best!
He authors all itineraries. He knows what is best. No struggle will come your way apart from His purpose, presence, and permission. What encouragement this brings!
And be encouraged. God's ways are always right. They may not make sense to us. They may be mysterious, inexplicable, difficult, and even painful. But they are right. Romans 8:28 says, "And we know that God causes everything to work together for the good of those who love God and are called according to His purpose for them"
When I'm tempted to gripe over a situation or inconvenience, I have to start talking to myself. And when I come to my senses, this is what I say: "Dalinda, if you can't be content in this moment of inconvenience, be content that it's not worse. Shut up and count your blessings."
Our constant attitude should be gratitude. But it seems to be the rarest of virtues. God has given us thousands of reasons to celebrate life every day, even in the worst of times, if we just open our eyes, live in the moment, take in the beauty, and see the possibilities.
Blessings,
Dalinda
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