Change happens ... we can embrace it ... or we can run ... but it will still happen. Change isn't a bad thing necessarily. Scary? It can be but some changes can be good ... even when we don't realize it at first.
What it really boils down to is this: God has an amazing plan for our lives. Sometimes we have to go through rough spots in order to prepare us and refine us into who we need to be as that plan is fulfilled. Besides, would we really want to remain the same when He has something really amazing for us?
I think for most of us, the reason change can be scary is because of the unknowing. We want to know the next step. We want to know how it'll all work out when we can't see how that could possibly happen. Oh my goodness, it's trust! Hmmm, it seems that word pops up a lot. Trust brings peace. That is what I am learning.
As if I didn't already feel like things were changing, I was reminded again yesterday that we have some pretty real changes happening in our family. I spent a long time on the phone yesterday as I was being informed of all the appointments and necessary pre-op procedures for my son's upcoming surgery. We have no way of fully knowing what he will have to endure at that time. We only KNOW that God will be there ... He will provide the people and all things necessary to see it through ... and my son will come out better and this procedure will be life changing.
At the same time that all of that is happening, we are also taking my oldest daughter to college. The dynamics of our family are about to change yet again. These changes not only affect us at home, but she will be facing a whole new set of changes in college. She doesn't fully know what to expect ... yet we KNOW that God will be there ... He will provide the people and all things necessary to see her through ... and yes, she will come out better by the experiences she will have and the blessing she will be to others.
There are some things that this Mama may not think she's ready for ... but time and again I have seen God working and I know without a doubt that HE provides the way when all else seems impossible.
Over the past few weeks there have been some other changes. Really good changes actually, yet throughout the wait ... throughout the things we need to endure to see His plan fulfilled I honestly had moments where I just wanted to quit and walk away, tired of the wait. Each time He gently reminded me that He gave me a promise and I just need to be patient a little longer. He is working and I am so thankful.
Changes will happen ... but they can be exciting. Just remember, even when they are scary or they aren't the best changes, look for ways His name can be glorified and trust that it's all part of His amazing plan!
Until next time ... don't be afraid of change ...
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