Thursday, March 10, 2011

I can't. . . . .I won't. . . .really God?

For the past few months I've been struggling with something God has asked me to do, nothing major, but God and I have been doing the "battling of the wills"; what I want to do verses what He wants me to do.  Of course, I would give Him many reasons why I couldn't do what He was asking (non of which were valid) but for me they seemed good enough responses.  Last night during our prayer service, at church, Den had the opportunity to share.   He spoke out of Colossians 1:9-14 with the emphasis on, "Do you glorify God in your living?  do you reflect Him and His glory in all you do?"  That statement stopped me dead in my tracks.  I sat there, completely humbled, knowing that I was not glorifying God, especially when I'm trying to get "my" way.  I completely asked God's forgiveness and felt He shared with me an epiphany, "if you would just let go and allow me to work you would gain a better understanding of me and my Word.".  I surrendered my will, my wants, my way and am choosing His way.  What a "huge" relief it was to let go.   Now. . . .onto the task He has asked me to do! I'm totally up for it, ready and anxious to "take it on!"

4 comments:

junglemama said...

What a wonderful thing. God loves each of us so much and our walk with Him is such a beautiful journey when we allow Him to lead us.

Standinginhislight said...

It's usually not about the destination (cept to be heaven bound), but it's all about the journey...
embrace the process,
~Sheri

amanda said...

good stuff. He is faithful always. And His plans are best... even knowing that, we sometimes fight Him.

May you be encouraged as you follow Him, and bring Him glory as you step out.

Unknown said...

Your such an encouragement Cindy!Thanks for sharing. I have been fighting with God a little too. Been kinda having a pity party for myself.....we move ....we don't have any friends here....i have not fully embraced what God has planned and wants to do with us. I love you and miss you fam so much. I am praying for you. thanks again for being open.