When we feel out of control…
“They do not fear bad news; they confidently trust the Lord to care for them.”
Psalm 112:7 (NLT)
The email came late in the day. Things are about to change. There is uncertainty and that translates into speculation. You are reading from the pen of “Queen Over-Thinking.”
It’s not that I don’t like change. I consider myself flexible and willing to try new things. The part that’s uncomfortable is the process of change – the unknown. You know that feeling – things will be different – you just don’t know exactly the how, when and why of it all. Sometimes it seems our lives are comprised of one challenge then another.
Are you struggling with unsettling news? I hate it. It leaves us with that “out of control” feeling. And, I do not like to feel out of control. As my mind begins to spin and I begin to plan, I am reminded of King Solomon’s Holy Spirit revelation in Proverbs 16:9, “We make our plans, but the Lord determines our steps.” As God’s children, He has the plan. He leads, we follow. This verse confirms there are no coincidences in a believer’s life. “The steps of a man (and woman) are established by the Lord, when He delights in his (her) way” Psalm 37:23 (ESV) This is a promise that we can grasp and claim as ours. When our lives delight Him, He establishes our steps. We need to grab on to that promise and hold on tight.
Blessings are often hidden in packages labeled change.
Will you allow me to pray for us?
Dear Lord, You are our JEHOVAH-JIREH (The Lord our Provider). We feel anxious today about our lives, our jobs, our families, our health, our safety. We do trust You but when unsettling news comes and we feel so out of control, our hearts become burdened with insecurities. Please send Your peace to cover us like a warm blanket on a cold night. Send us a reminder today that You are near. In the mighty name of Jesus, Amen.
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“Blessings are often hidden in packages labeled change.”
Oh, Carmen. What a good word for us. Thank you.
So glad you joined us at #TellHisStory.
Thanks Jennifer. It was great to link up. I’m a little new at link ups so I am trying to get out there and join in. Thank you for your willingness to serve and minister through your writing. I’m glad you stopped by. Come again soon!
Blessings hidden in change. Amen! If I can stop resisting, I usually find that true.
I know what you mean Sarah. I do love to control things :) Thanks for stopping by. Come see me again!
I’m not fond of change either! Love the familiar! But how can their be growth without change?
Wonderful post!
Change = Growth – so true Ellen. Thanks for stopping by!
Funny how we hold onto the table legs of Familiarity when Change comes knocking. So often, that Change is just what we need and more! Blessings are indeed in packages labeled change.
I love your word picture Mary – “hold onto the table legs of familiarity”. My life is about to change so I sure am hanging on to the fact that it will be just what I need. Thanks for stopping by! Come again.
While waiting on change is hard I hold on tight to God. Thank you for your words of encouragement.
Holding on to God’s hand is essential Sharon. It’s too scary out there without Him close by! Thanks for visiting. Come see me again soon!
Sometimes change hurts and we don’t understand…..but we have a God whom we put our trust in and He knows best!!!!! Thanks for sharing!!
Carol, change does hurt sometimes. We like comfortable. I sure do! Thank you for visiting. Come back and visit again soon!
Change is hard but necessary, and can be a blessings in the end!!! I am learning to embrace the change!! Thank you Carmen!!
Yes ma’am Tonya. It seems that the constant in our lives is change! We know it will happen. God is faithful. Thanks for visiting. Come back soon!
I don’t like change either, and I definitely like to be in control! :-) But I’m all for praying for God to change me and make me open to the changes HE is working in my life. Thanks for your words.
Betsy, praying God will change us and make us more the women of God He wants us to be is scary! I’m sure glad you visited. Come back soon!