do you take advantage of the privilege of prayer? it's there and we don't even use it. instead of complaining about that boss or that job, why don't you try praying about the job? instead of worrying about your finances, why don't you try praying about your finances? you'll have a lot less to worry about. instead of giving up on your marriage, why don't you pray about your marriage? the things that are beyond your control are not beyond GOD's control.
there is no attribute that is more comforting to the CHRISTian than the attribute of GOD called HIS sovereignty. HE is in control. some of you are thinking your situation is a mess, totally falling apart and hopeless. how big do you think GOD is? HE's big enough to handle your mess! you can't unscramble an egg but you can make an omelet. GOD knows how to turn bad into good, how to bring a purpose out of the problem. don't waste your problems, give them to GOD.
when you're worried sick, you say “GOD is in control”. when you're defeated, discouraged, fallen flat on your face and feel like a total failure, say, “GOD is in control! when you're sick and flat on your back, you say, “GOD is in control!” when you're standing by the casket and wondering, “why at this time?" you say “GOD is in control!” HE's a good GOD and a great GOD. when you read the headlines about international chaos you say, “but GOD is in control!” when you face a problem that you cannot handle on your own and it's out of your control, GOD is in control.
because GOD is sovereign, HE has a right to call the shots in your life. you wouldn't even be alive if it weren't for GOD. HE has a right to call those shots. if you're not letting HIM do that you're living in rebellion and that's why life is frustrating.
the most intelligent, rational decision you will ever make is to say, “GOD, YOU are sovereign. i want to cooperate with that. i recognize that YOU have a right to call the shots in my life and i want to cooperate with that.” you will find so much fulfillment, meaning, purpose, satisfaction. you'll find your niche and all of a sudden find “this is why i was created. this is why i'm here on earth.” you're cooperating with the plan of GOD instead of fighting it. i invite you to do that today.
just a thought from the front porch…
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That is so perfect...thanks so much for that. I will keep looking back on it to remind myself to "Let go and let God".
Thanks Bill!
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