Change. That’s what the last two years have been about. And no, I’m not talking about our President’s famous campaign slogan…I mean real change and transition. At least that’s what our little family is experiencing lately. And right when things are starting to change for us in a big way yet again, God speaks. He always has perfect timing.
Pastor Shawn reminded many of us today in the new series, “Next,” that we are guilty of seeking God out only in times of difficult transition. While that’s not totally acceptable behavior, those tough times are “an essential part of our faith journey” because we turn to God more earnestly in those times. And that’s why we need them – to prove God doesn’t turn His back or abandon us, but that He’s waiting for us to come to Him.
But I’m embarrassed to admit how often I forget about or neglect God in the good times or even just the normal times. I haven’t turned my back per se, but I sure haven’t been very focused.
I think I’ve admitted this before, but if not, I’ll write it now – I have been terrible at my prayer life and Bible-reading. I don’t know why, because there are so many things to pray about and I have so much more to learn, but for some reason the excitement and chaos of every day life consumes me instead. So it’s my goal to finally get on track…for real this time.
However, I was reminded that “…no matter what, God is always with me and working on my behalf.” And thank heavens for that. I need all the support I can get!
“For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the LORD, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future. Then you will call upon me and come and pray to me, and I will listen to you. You will seek me and find me when you seek me with all your heart. I will be found by you,” declares the LORD. – Jeremiah 29:11-14a
Still trying to get my act together,
Laura