As others have shared their journeys of trials and hardships and reflecting on my own, I recognize there are good times and bad for us all. What we have as Christians though is a hope and promise that God is working behind the scenes for our good. Valleys are part of our journey in this life, just as rain and sunshine go together, mountain top experiences are followed by valleys.
Through every trial I have learned to see it as God's steering, whether to a better place, or out of harms way. As I look back I am encouraged to keep pressing on, even though I have no idea of what lies ahead, I do know my past is proof of his sovereignty in my life for good.
I reflect today on where I have been and where I am currently. I sit and look at the space I now inhabit compared to where I have lived. Though I have very little in earthly possessions and opulence in my present surroundings, there is a peace that passes understanding and knowing that I am where I am suppose to be for this moment and doing what I was made for. A sense of fulfillment that only comes from above.
I was taken from my mother's womb, adopted, placed in a Godly home to learn about his love and grace. I had people speak into my life through good and bad times, became a mother, divorced, was poor, rich, in need, blessed beyond measure and through it all, "I have learned to trust in Jesus, I have learned to trust in God, I have learned to depend upon his word." I know the plans I have for you to give you a hope and a future. I knew you before you were born, I took you from your mothers womb.
Just a few of the many scriptures paraphrased throughout the bible to encourage each of us and strengthen us on our current journey. In reading and reflecting we can see that God is sovereign and is working all things to good to them that are called according to his purpose.
When we turn our lives over to God and allow him to steer our ship, he will take us places we have never dreamed of! Here is a song that resonates with me a lot lately...
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