Honestly, lately I have gotten rather hyper-focused. I get self absorbed and forget to make time for God. After overcoming a mountain, I got distracted and took a nap under a tree. But then I started to set up camp, forgetting about the great promises and bountiful lands that are ahead of me still. I get content with my current situation, instead of eagerly seeking growth. I get lazy. But it's in the middle of those times of laziness that I look up and see that mountain that I crossed and think, God got me over that. Not me. Why should I be content with the mediocre? I forget how much God loves me. He does not want me to just sit on the side lines. The race is not over!
It breaks my heart to think that the enemy has drawn my attention away from a big calling in my life. Prayer. It is my number one ally and I let it sit on the shelf for too long. When I am afraid about something, should I fret over it until I am blue or look up to the God who created every molecule in the whole universe. He puts things in front of you to learn from them and to trust him. You may ask God to take you out of the situation, but remember what Psalm 136:3 says, "You chart the path ahead of me and tell me where to stop and rest. Every moment you know where I am." God did look down on me thinking, how did she get to Nicaragua? He knew. And He is also listening. Do not forget to lift your gaze every so often just to give thanks or to ask for help.You can make a difference through prayer.
"Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus. " Philippians 4:6-7 NIV
"Humble yourselves, therefore, under God's mighty hand, that he may lift you up in due time. Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you. " 1 Peter 5:6-7 NIV
"Cast thy burden upon the LORD, and he shall sustain thee: he shall never suffer the righteous to be moved." Psalm 55:22 KJV
"Humble yourselves, therefore, under God's mighty hand, that he may lift you up in due time. Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you. " 1 Peter 5:6-7 NIV
"Cast thy burden upon the LORD, and he shall sustain thee: he shall never suffer the righteous to be moved." Psalm 55:22 KJV
My world needs a good shake up, who's with me?
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