Let God Lead

Let God Lead

 

"Commit everything to the Lord.

Trust him, and he will help you."

(Psalm 37 verse 5) 

        God works in many ways when we allow Him to help us. Yes, he is always there, but not always present in our minds. We have a way of being self-centered, focusing on business issues, personal problems, etc. We want to be in control, and we can deal with it ourselves.

       

Twelve-step programs focus on spiritual growth and simplify the process with slogans. When we try to control a difficult situation, they advise us to "Let go and let God." Our house had this on a four-inch refrigerator magnet. We tend to be control freaks. Worrying or controlling things outside our sphere of influence will make us "tired, …weak…and worn".

 

It is easy to become frustrated when things are beyond our control, and it is customary to try to control. It is better to recognize our place and let God take our hand, lead us home.

 

Thought for Today:  Today is the first day of the rest of our lives, and we do not have to function the same way as we did yesterday. Take a look at God's influence on our decisions and allow Him to help us.

 

Prayer for Today: Heavenly Father, we thank you for our many blessings and the many beautiful things we enjoy. We are concerned about others in our society that have less, some without food, housing, or a job. We are worried about the many people who are afraid they will lose their jobs and security. There seems to be a growing acceptance that this is OK here on earth, as long as it is the other guy. Today we pray for our society in general, that somehow everyone can be at peace, that all children have food and that our riches are shared as You would have us share them.   

 Amen