I have always thought myself as a patient person. Until the time arises that things aren't moving as fast as I want them to. I am working on that, but it is very hard. I know everything happens in Gods perfect plan and He is the pilot of the ship of life but I can't help the tendencies to take the wheel! When will I learn that I can't pilot the ship of my life or anyone elses and that God is the ultimate pilot. Even though He may steer us into the clouds and darkness it is all part of His ultimate plan that we can't always be in the sunshine and roses section or we wouldn't be able to see His glory shine through.
He has to bring is to the darkness so that we will seek Him. He has to bring us to the desert like He did the Israelites so that we will seek His glory and see Him work in our lives. If we were always happy and got everything we needed at the moment we thought we needed it it wouldn't give glory to the One who deserves it.
Reminds me of the story of the original St. Nicholas. The man who just gave bags of gold to a man that was having to sell his daughters into slavery because he didn't have the money for a dowry until the money just showed up anonymously and the man prayed thanking God for the money until the third time it happened and he stopped St. Nicholas and asked why he was doing that and he simply told him that he wanted the glory to go to God that is why he did it anonymously. Such a great story to be reminded of the goodness of some people and the selfishness of others. I try not to be selfish but it is so hard!
Dear God help me to be reminded of the gifts you have given me and my family. Thank you for the darkness so that all may see your glory. Thank you for the quiet in times when I want to panic and be anxious. Thank you for loving me and providing the life and plan that You wish me to have! Amen
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