We all know the phrase, but the meaning for me in the past few weeks was very specific and heartfelt.
Trusting in God means different things to different people. We all have situations that we think we trust and give it to God. But do we really give it all to God? Do we really have the faith to give it all and see what God has in mind? It can be a very scary thing to do because we all feel compelled at times to control what is and change people or situations on our own.
Here is what I have journeyed through the past few weeks. It was a situation regarding trusting God with the well being of my son. I wanted to jump in and help as I have done for years. Even though I had helped in the past God reminded me to let Him do in my son's life, what needed to be done.
In trying to make everything "okay" we sometimes become expectant and complacent in our walk with God. He will tell us to do all we can, and when nothing else seems to work to give it to Him. We must know when to stop helping and let God be God and do His work. That was the lesson for me this past week. I had to walk away and trust.
I did not have to wait long for my answer as the prayer I prayed was given not just to me, but to my son. I don't know that he understands what it all meant, but the important thing was I did. It was yet another test of my own faith and trust. We get tested all the time, and we must stand strong on God's Word and His promise.
Just like the man in the boat, we must sometimes go to a quiet place to rest in His promises, receive His gifts through grace and restore our faith once more.
Trust God this week with something or someone and see how He can work in your life.
And if by grace, then it is no longer by works; if it were, grace would no longer be grace. (Rom.11:6)
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