'But God' moments

Saturday, 09 October 2010

'...it was not you who sent me here, but God...' Genesis 45:8 NIV

Are you in the dark about the direction God seems to be leading you? Jon Walker says, 'The choice to do His will before we know the specifics... develops trust of His character... This is where many people get into a battle of wills... wanting Him to reveal His plan first... That's not how He works. God wants you to decide in advance to trust Him... believing that His will is best for your life... He knows your hesitancy. He won't be surprised if you say, 'I don't know that I'm willing to step out in faith without knowing everything that's going to happen, but I'm willing to be made willing.' One reason God doesn't give you the full picture... is you may be overwhelmed... it may appear impossible... but that's the point - there's no way you can fulfil your mission without Him.' When Joseph was reunited with his brothers in Egypt, he told them, '...do not be angry with yourselves... it was not you who sent me here, but God...' (Genesis 45:5-8) Joseph's brothers sold him out, 'but God' used it to preserve the Jewish race. The Israelites were in slavery, 'but God' sent Moses to lead them to the Promised Land. Jesus died on the cross, 'but God' used His death to save a lost world. Oswald Chambers calls God 'The Great Engineer, creating circumstances to bring about moments... of divine importance, leading us to divine appointments'. Think back; can't you recall some 'but God' moments of your own where you'd reached the end of your rope and He came through for you?


*** Yes I have a problem with trust. I am uncertain about the future and this made me uneasy about my faith. I am just so scared of the things that will happen next.I know I can't control all the things around me and I may not be in the best position right now but the Lord is teaching me something. I am in the phase of life where God is opening my eyes so that I can trust Him. I am not sure yet what are God's plans but yes he definitely has something in-stored for me.

I have to remind myself about the story of Joseph. he suffered a lot to gain a lot. All he did was to be faithful to God, be good and obedient. I can be the best person I can be with God's grace. I do hope to have a Joseph heart and mind.

Lord create in me a heart that will trust you completely. Sorry Lord for my lack of faith. Increase my faith Lord. I am open to receive your blessings help me so that I can be capable to receive these things from you. Widen my horizon Lord, give me more than what I have got and lead me the way where you want me to be. I want to do your will in my life. Help me to discern if it's from you and it's your purpose for me. I love you Lord and I give my life completely to you. In Jesus name. Amen.