"For we know that in all things, God works for the good of those who love Him, and are called according to His purpose."
Rom. 8:28
The reality of living a life that is based off of complete surrender and trust in the Lord is beginning to set in with me. And I am starting to understand that discontent and frustration only come from a lack of trust in the Lord. Sometimes He allows things to happen, bad things, and it is not our place to become upset, dissatisfied, or angry with our situation. The Bible tells us to rejoice in ALL THINGS. And His grace is enough. So when you don't get that job you were hoping for, or when your car breaks down for the hundreth time, or when your loved one hurts you or disappoints you and when your life seems too much and all you want is a break, you need to remember that the Lord is holy. He DOES have a plan, a purpose. He is with you, He is teaching you, molding you, and He is using each situation in your life to bring Himself glory. In all things, our purpose is to bring Him glory. And it is our honor to do so. Even when we do not understand why, and even when we don't necessarily enjoy our circumstances. It is not our place to complain, or to be upset or discontent...it is our place to TRUST. To be still and know that He is God and He is in control, and that He is working all things together to work out for our good!
So that is the lesson I'm learning this week. Just remember, He makes ALL things, whether we like it or not, He makes them ALL work together for our good in the long run. Our only choice is to trust Him. Just trust.
