Day 51: Purpose

Wow, today was spectacular! The weather was beautiful, and it was a lot of fun too! Unfortunately, my father had to work, but my mother and I went out shopping together which was extremely enjoyable. Not to mention we definitely got our exercise! Later in the evening, my parents and I played a trivia-based board game whose ending was about as close as one could get! It was indeed a good day--it may not have been exactly what we planned (because it wasn't). In fact, it was even BETTER! And, of course, it's what God intended. His plans always work out for the best.

And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to his purpose.
~Romans 8:28 (KJV)

God always plans things out in such a way that we, his children, turn out better because of those plans. Even if it seems bad at the time, it always results in something even better than what we ourselves planned. We each have a purpose laid out by God that we will fulfill by following His plans. All of our lives are linked together, and what happens to an individual effects others' whether it's directly or indirectly related. Sometimes a plan or purpose isn't clear, but with a little prayer, God will show the way.

I'm currently in such a dilemma. I recently heard about a local contest that revolves around something that I've been told I'm good at. I've been thinking about it, and I'm debating on whether to enter or not. Part of the prize is monetary, which would greatly help out the financial situation, but it's no guarantee that I would win. It would be an excellent experience to enter, but I don't know if it's what I'm supposed to do. Lord, I ask that You please guide ALL of my decisions--the aforementioned one in particular at the present time. I ask that You please put it in my heart whether or not I'm supposed to do this. If it is written in Your plan for me to do this, then I ask that You please give me courage, strength, and serenity to participate. I trust You, Lord, with all of my heart and soul, and I know that You will point me in the right direction.

Lord, thank You for this day--it was wonderful! I ask that You please watch over my parents, friends, and pets; please keep them safe, strong, happy, and healthy. Please watch over Your children who defend others as well as those who need defending. Please guide them, Lord. Please cleanse me of my sins, Lord, and continue to guide me down Your path. I shall follow You now and forever, Lord, because I know that You are the only one who can give me everything, most importantly eternal life through Jesus Christ! Lord, I love You infinitely and unconditionally. I will be Your child forever and ever no matter what! In Jesus' name, Amen.


Love and God Bless,
M.C.