Last night, Jim's dad and his girlfriend came over for supper before heading down to the States. Right after I finished eating I headed downstairs to my room for a bit. I felt that I wanted to go for a drive (for fun) and that I needed to spend time with God. God's been pretty good at showing me very clearly when I need to go for a drive, or walk or something to get away from life and it's distractions and just spend time alone with Him. Even though it was dark, I went for a drive.
The drive turned out to be a blast and lasted nearly two and a half hours. I don't know where I drove to (I've never been those roads before), and I don't really care, all I know is that I was alone with God. He really challenged me again with fear - on and off throughout the whole drive. I have too many fears. What I found really helpful is He prompted me to list my fears. Then I listed them again by saying, "Your love is stronger/greater than my fear________!" The whole trip was quite an emotional one and I spent a good mount of it crying. When God is near, there is no holding back the tears. I found fears that I had forgotten (or even didn't know) I had. God pushed me and challenged me. I am so thankful for what He has done.
He spoke truth into me and to me. He gave me life. He challenged me on things I am thankful for. He showed me His love, so much stronger. He is love. He has blessed me. He gave me courage to speak out agains pain, suffering and trials in His name. He answered questions - Abi, He told me to tell you not to fear, He's got his hand on you as you go on this trip. You will get what you seek. Matthew 7:7 says, "Ask and it will be given to you; seek and you will find; knock and the door will be opened to you." We will be praying.
God is Good! He taught me things that I have been wanting to know for a long time. He showed me His smile and love. God is soo Good!
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