Psalm 119

Verse 105 "Thy word is a lamp unto my feet and a light unto my path". 114 " Thou art my hiding place and my shield: I hope in thy word." Desperately, dependent on God! He will never leave or forsake us. During our toughest times, when we are totally dependent on Him, our faith is bound to grow the most because there is no other way out and He has never left or forsaken His children. 

When was the last time we had no way out, but for God to show up? Is He allowing us to go through tough times to grow in our faith and learn to trust Him more? Are we wowed and encouraged in our victories that only God could perform? Are we living on the edge challenging ourselves and trusting in Him totally, or are we holding back? Are we willing to let go of our perceived control and allow Him to guide us? 

 Whether circumstances force us or we let go willingly, God loves us too much to let us waste away. He has plans to prosper us, to give us a hope, a future. Sometimes pruning is in order for our own good. Molding by the Potter may be painful initially, but the end result is a beautiful creation.  Are we like the horse that has to be trained with a bit or are we pliable in God's hands, trusting in His promises? Hardships and struggles have the potential to grow us stronger in our faith. What is God trying to teach us today? Help us to have ears to hear and hearts that are open to His leading so that we might become all He desires for us.