Trust

“Seek the Kingdom of God above all else, and live righteously, and he will give you everything you need.”
‭‭Matthew‬ ‭6:33‬ ‭NLT‬‬

I have been dwelling a lot on the fact that my husband is going to have to work out of town in the next couple of weeks. It can become very overwhelming because I know I will be responsible for everything that happens. I will be the one making sure children get where they need to go, that everyone is fed and to work on time, and that the animal is taken care of. But I think the thing that actually scares me the most ,is that I have to give my husband to the Lord to protect.

Yes, I know you are saying: Well that should be easy - just trust God. Well it is not as easy as you think. My mind likes to come up with the worst things that could happen. What if he gets in a car wreck? What if he gets hurt at work while he is in a different state. Many scenarios run through my brain. Then I allow fear to overtake me which causes me not to be able sleep, or concentrate. Which in the end, causes me to be very depressed, tired, grouchy, and emotional. So I spend the whole time my husband is gone feeling lonely. Which ends up not only hurting me but hurting my kids.

I know in my heart that God is in control and that he will take care of me, my husband, and even my kids. I just need to truly trust God.

“Commit everything you do to the LORD. Trust him, and he will help you.”
‭‭Psalms‬ ‭37:5‬ ‭NLT‬‬

“Trust in the LORD with all your heart; do not depend on your own understanding.”
‭‭Proverbs‬ ‭3:5‬ ‭NLT‬‬

Daddy God, I love and adore you. First I want to say I am sorry that I have not trusted you. Your word is true and has never failed me. I know when life is hard if I will just constantly look to you. You will show or prove yourself in every situation.  So Father take this doubt and fear from me. I want to live and breath your confidence and strength. For I know in my heart you will watch over my husband while he is away and that you will help me while I take care of things in my home and at work as needed.  I give you all my praise I will truly love you with all I am. I will think on you and dwell in your presence with all I have.  I will listen for your voice to guide and direct my path.  I really love you, Lord you are my everything. Amen!!!

The Bigger Picture Doesn't Need To Concern You Just Yet

If you give me a job, I am the type of person that wants to know why I am doing it. What is the bigger picture? If I am responsible for making this widget, I would like to know where that widget goes, and how it works with all of the other widgets in the system. Some people are comfortable in showing up at work, doing their task, and going home. Not me. I want to know why I am doing that task and how it fits in with the bigger picture.

Are You A Fighter?

I saw a music video by a guy named David Crowder. If you don't know who he is, he is a christian musician that looks like he would be more at home changing the oil in your car. I will post the video below, and maybe his style is not for you, but the message is a good one.

In A Fog

I have to admit that when we go somewhere as a family, I always let my husband drive. I feel safer with him behind the wheel. Especially when the weather is not so good, or it is dark outside.

Once I had to drive myself when it was real foggy out. Everything was gray and murky, and I was real nervous. I hated the fact that I could not see the next corner or the oncoming traffic until I was right on top of it. I know that if I just stay in my lane and drive an appropriate speed, that everything will probably be alright. But my knuckles where white with me gripping the steering wheel.

Testing The Limits

Many times before we actually commit to buy something, the creators and sellers encourage us to test their products. For instance, I saw a mattress company say that you can test out their mattress for 100 nights. If you fail to love it, they will give you a full refund and pay for shipping. That is a pretty good guarantee.

Don't Run Backwards

Yesterday I was watching a soccer game. Well, watching is not really accurate. My kids were watching it on TV and I walked through the room. I have no interest in sports what-so-ever. It was just on as I walked through. But as I happened to glance at the screen, I noticed that these guys sometimes had to run backwards.

That made me think: What would happen if I tried to run backwards? I think we all know the answer to that question. It would likely result in a trip to the E.R.

Anna's Life Preserver

Imagine you are in the middle of the ocean. You have been treading water forever, and you are not sure how much longer you can hang on. About the time you think it couldn't get any worse, a storm comes up. Now you are trying to tread water in 10 foot waves in the wind and the dark. You are exhausted beyond measure, and you are almost ready to just close your eyes and sink beneath the waves. You're ready to give up.

That is when you notice the life preserver floating next to you...