FOR HIS GOOD GLORY
I find myself becoming frustrated when the purpose I have deemed I have does not line up with His purpose. Why would He lavish gifts and talents upon me and not use them in a grand fashion? Is His purpose for me within the confines of the small circle of world that I touch? Does He not desire for me to minister to the down trodden, the hungry, the sick, the disenfranchised in far corners of this world? Telling Him, "Here I Am" and waiting for His Perfect Will to unfold can be frustrating---for me--- How quickly I forget my creation was for His Good Pleasure and He has a perfect plan for me. An intricate pattern was formulated before I took my first breath. The tapestry of my life path when gazing upon one day can appear dull and sometimes pointless----BUT pull back--way back and look at the entire tapestry--the beauty becomes evident when looking from above at the complete woven pattern.
"And that is what the world is looking for--NOT for you to be amazing, but for you to shine God's glory."
NO NEED FOR AMAZEMENT---only a need for obedience and then---
HIS GOOD GLORY
will be woven into the day to day living according to His Good Purpose.
Many plans are in a man's mind,
but it is the Lord's purpose for him that will stand.
Hi Lulu! Wow, you have some deep discussions at wedding receptions...what a faith-filled family!
ReplyDeleteI know what you mean about thinking on a grand scale. To stick out in the world seems to be always my goal. To constantly 'top' myself...that's a lot of pressure. And I balance whether what I hope for myself is his hope, with the knowledge that the timing is always his too.
Love that Proverbs passage. I think I should have it tattoo'd on me. As much as I may think I know what to do, it's never certain. Your prayer of 'here I am' is perfect. Like you, I need to get comfy with 'no' and 'wait.' Just like when I was a toddler!
Bless you!
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I LOVE a deep theological discussion--it stretches, me and makes me think! Would LOVE to have one with you, Friend!
DeleteAwww...thanks! I wish we lived closer :)
DeleteHmm..we have the same discussions at our home..good post (as usual). Thanks for sharing. Blessings
ReplyDeleteOH Linda, I thrive when discussing these great topics! Would love to sit and discuss this very thing with you, Friend!
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