Confusing Days
Most of you know that my family and I traveled to West Virginia to see a college. I had already applied and was pretty much accepted. My sister was going to finish up her degree there with me and we had made plans to room together in the fall. We thought we had everything planned out they way we wanted it to be. But apparently, God had other plans. The first night I was there, I knew that this wasn't where He wanted me. I stayed up the whole night praying and trying to convince myself that I was suppose to go there because everything was already palnned out and where else could I go? After alot of prayer and talking with my parents, I realized that even though my plans had been good, God had a better plan. I have no idea where I'm going to go, but I do know that if I seek the Lord with my whole heart, He'll show me in His time and in His way. All I know for sure is that I want God's will above my own. So, needless to say, the last few days have been confusing and discouraging. But God is in control and He is always faithful. Please pray for me the next few months as I seek the Lord and His will.
posted by Jennilynn @ 12:30 PM
7 Comments:
"Faith in Future Grace" as John Piper would say. God has been great in the past. Let those experiences and blessings not only bring gratitude to God, but also faith in God. His blessings in the past are just evidences that you can trust Him in the future. Have faith. I'll be praying for you.
Jenni, you are in my prayers. Please keep me updated as to what the Lord shows you and how I can be praying for you. I know that you are feeling discouraged and overwhelmed, but remember who holds today, tomorrow, and the future. HE is the one who will never leave you or forsake you. I love you!
"Don' worry 'bout it!" Just sit back and enjoy the ride. Seriously, there's no point in worrying, because it isn't going to change anything (except... maybe your health:) ). Personally, I have begun to treasure the times that God seems to "put me on hold" and not answer my questions. In those times I am more attentive to Him than at any other time, and my faith and trust in Him deepens. So, concider this time a blessing. Go with the flow, and if you get stressed, just make your way over to me (I'll keep the chocolate on hand).
"Don' worry 'bout it!" Just sit back and enjoy the ride. Seriously, there's no point in worrying, because it isn't going to change anything (except... maybe your health:) ). Personally, I have begun to treasure the times that God seems to "put me on hold" and not answer my questions. In those times I am more attentive to Him than at any other time, and my faith and trust in Him deepens. So, consider this time a blessing. Go with the flow, and if you get stressed, just make your way over to me (I'll keep the chocolate on hand).
Sorry, I seem to have posted twice by accident. (I was trying to correct a spelling mistake. Can you spot the blunder? I'll give you 10 points if you do [though they don't add up to anything,].)
Oh Jenni, Jenni, Jenni...how boring would life be without these twists and turns in the road? The beauty of the thing is that you know that God is working. How awesome it is to know that He is "steering" you right where He wants, even if that means steering "away" from something that you thought was gonna be it. Gabe, kudos on the thought about future grace. Well put.
It's times like this I wish I could be there to provide a little comfort, but know that this is just one more way in which to draw closer to HIM. Every event in life has a purpose. When God showed you that ABC was the place to go there was a purpose in that, but it was just one step in the journey He has for you. The closer you draw to His presence and the more you abandon your stress about this, the more enjoyable the journey will be. Pray, trust, and keep your eyes open for His leading. I miss you girl.
PS....it's exciting to see many of my kids giving you solid Biblical advice...sweet!
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