Day 53: Paths

God always answers my prayers, albeit not always in the ways that I expect. Case in point: I mentioned two days ago that I've been thinking about entering a local contest, but as I've been unsure, I've been praying a lot about it and asking God to let me know whether I should enter or not. Today, I received some very interesting financial information--I won't go into details because I just rather wouldn't, but basically I could have saved some money had I done something different. It's neither here nor there now, but it was pretty upsetting. Despite that, I wasn't as upset as I thought I would be... I mean, it's not like I can go back in time and change what I did. Also, God works in mysterious ways. The first thing I thought of was, "This is okay. God is going to show me what to do to fix this." Three ideas kept popping up in my head, one of which was the contest. While there's no guarantee that I'll even come close to winning, it's worth a shot. Maybe the events of today were God's way of getting me motivated--pushing me in the right direction, guiding me toward what I'm supposed to do.

Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding.
In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths.
~Proverb 3:5-6 (KJV)

I'm only human. I can't see into the future, or know exactly what is going to happen. No one can do that but God, which is why I trust Him. I can't understand everything (and I honestly don't think I would want to), but I do know that God has promised to take care of and guide His children and I know that He will continue to fulfill that promise. My own understanding is as narrow as a spider's thread in comparison to the entire universe. I know that God will guide me. He will let me know exactly what to do and when to do it... and I will follow His plan.

Lord, thank You for this day... it may have been a little hectic and even stressful at times, but all-in-all, it was a great day! Thank You for unexpected answers to prayers. Thank You for my family, friends, and pets; and I ask that You please watch over them and keep them safe, strong, happy, and healthy. Lord, please continue to bless them and provide for them as you always have. Please watch over those who defend Your name and this country. I ask that You please bless them with courage and bring them home safely. Please watch over their families as well and give them strength in times of separation and/or loss. Please watch over those less fortunate and bless them. Please also watch over those who do not believe in You; please bless them with family and friends whom You can work through to guide them. Lord, I ask that You please bless me with serenity, courage, wisdom, patience, and understanding. Please forgive me of my sins and please continue to guide me down Your path. Lord, I will always follow You and only You no matter what, and I will love You with all of my heart, soul, and being forever and ever. In Jesus' name, Amen.


Love and God Bless,
M.C.