My counsel shall stand, and
I will do all my pleasure; I have spoken it, I will also bring it to
pass; I have purposed it, I will also do it.
Isaiah 46:10-11
There are moments when most
of us have doubted God and His promises. It seems the evidence
surrounding us is insurmountable. It grieves our spirits, but it is
certainly not something we like to admit or to share with others. I
wonder why, if God knows, who is there to hide it from? We can only
maintain a pretense for so long. God loves us and is understanding
and patient with our human nature, as we should be with one another.
He doesn't get mad at our humanity only when we attempt to cover it
up. Where we fail He restores us. When we are afraid and doubtful,
He reassures us. We don't see the picture the way He sees it, or
understand the vastness of His ways. His plans consist of more than
just our lives, they are woven together into the lives of many
others. He knows the exact and perfect time to bring them all
together, to accomplish His perfect plan. What may seem
insignificant to us, can have a great impact to someone else.
Sometimes we have to wait on His promise, but we need never doubt
that He will finish it exactly the way He has intended it to be.
Like a child trusts in His parents, so we should trust in God.
Instead of kicking and screaming and throwing a fit when things
don't go the way we think they should, we need to remember, God is
God and He will always do things His way.
Prayer
You are faithful to your
word and all your promises are true. We may not always see and
understand your timing and your ways, but we trust that you love us,
and want the very best for us. Forgive us for the times we have
doubted your word because of circumstances. Give us patience to wait
for your completed work. In Jesus name Amen.
