Last fall I was able to spend a few days at a beautiful lake. Early one morning, I sat in the stillness and gazed on the water. I was reminded of God’s handiwork. He has created beauty for our enjoyment. As I looked out on the peaceful scene, I saw the beautiful colors of the changing leaves. I saw the ripples waving in the breeze. I sensed the peacefulness of God. There are few places that I really sense this kind of peace. In the hustle and bustle of life, that peacefulness tends to slip away. But there, in the quietness of the morning, I was able to reflect on God's greatness. I saw Him and sensed Him in the beauty that was around me. As I saw the reflection in the water, I reflected upon myself.
I thought about that peaceful moment again this week. And once again, I reflected on my life. God has been molding me and shaping me into the woman He wants me to be. I feel a sense of longing to step into these changes, but I feel tethered to who I used to be. So much of who I am becoming seems so foreign to me. I don’t recognize myself. I feel like two different people because I am holding on so tightly to my past. But, at the same time, I am desperate for more.
Have you been there too? Has God been nudging you down a new path? It can be scary, but have faith. God is in control and He has great things planned for you.
Isaiah 43:18-19 (TLB) says, “But forget all that—it is nothing compared to what I’m going to do! For I’m going to do a brand-new thing. See, I have already begun! Don’t you see it?...”
What is it in your life? Is it a worry that you need to completely put in His hands? Is it something from your past you can’t get over? Is it a desire that you long for? Whatever it is, give it completely to Him. As the song says, “Let it Go” so you can move forward.
God wants to do a new thing in your life. He doesn’t want us to stay where we are. He wants us to grow in our faith and move forward in Him. Look ahead!
Try to find some time this week to find a place of peaceful silence with God. Just like that reflection in the water, take a look at yourself. Get a good look and reflect on what God is doing in your life and how He wants to move you forward.
Dear Lord, help me find that peaceful stillness so I can hear your voice. Help me to get a good look at myself and let go of what is holding me back. Help me let it go and give it to you. Amen
Journal prompt: As you reflect, what is it that you see? Is there something you need to let go of so God can do a new thing in your life?
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