2020 has come!
And January is nearly over.
Maybe you weren't ready for this new year. Perhaps 2019 didn't go as you had hoped. Maybe you're still single. Maybe your dreams are (unsurprisingly) unfulfilled & nowhere near your end goal. Maybe you're still in school when you had hoped to have graduated by now. Or perhaps you did graduate & you're currently [still] job hunting.
Regardless all the "maybe's," the "what-ifs," your hopes & dreams, and all the plans you have made, know this:
You are right where God intends you to be!
But, oh how true is the fact you are right where you need to be. God gives us these trials & experiences to grow & refine us into who we're meant to be from the Beginning.
However, that's not to say, if you are stuck in a bad place, or in certain unhealthy circumstances that you should remain there. Absolutely not! You can seek help---please do!---and know you can always call on Him no matter where you are. He could have a reason for allowing those unfortunate situations. Who knows but He, that perhaps one day, having that experience, you'll be able to help someone else who is presently going through those same circumstances you did.
We all have expectations. And it's a fact of life that there's a pretty high chance nothing will come of a good bit of them. Sorry to burst your bubble... I certainly don't mean to be an Eeyore for this post. That said, what matters the most is your reaction when your expectations take a nose dive---when dreams remain dreams; when situations spin out of your control; when your perspective takes a severe hit.
If you allow those failed/unfulfilled dreams to drag you down instead of pressing onward with a Godward focus, then you've allowed yourself to see them as an idol---however unintentionally.
If you have surrendered to the High King, your life is not your own. You have been called for so. Much. MORE.
What an AWESOME way to live! You have something many are still searching for &, unfortunately, some won't find:
PURPOSE.
So, hold on to those dreams, but expect nothing less than God's will.
Far easier said than truly understood, am I right? But that's where the
listening comes in. :]
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TALK TO ME.
Is this something you've been struggling with of late? Or for years, even? I see this so often in the girls around me. They search for happiness & joy & purpose outside of God, and while others in their circle sees the answer right in front of them, they remain blind & keep searching in things that will leave them unfulfilled. I've said it before, dear hearts, but that God-sized hole in your heart is God-sized for a reason.
Believe me! I was in your shoes not too long ago, especially in regards to my struggles during my single years. But it wasn't until I completely surrendered my future & stopped worrying over things I had no control over, that God answered my prayers.
How wonderful He listens to us!
You need only speak to Him first.
<3
If you allow those failed/unfulfilled dreams to drag you down instead of pressing onward with a Godward focus, then you've allowed yourself to see them as an idol---however unintentionally.
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Beloved
sister,
You are still single at this time for a purpose. Though that may be difficult to understand at this time. In time, & if you are faithful to Him, you will come to see. God may still be molding & growing your walk with Him further & further until He sends Mr Darcy your way. Or, it could be that He's drawing that special man closer to Him before deeming him ready to introduce to you.
Whatever it may be, it is of the utmost importance that you strive to live for God alone.
Whatever it may be, it is of the utmost importance that you strive to live for God alone.
Dance with God, & He'll allow the perfect man to cut in.
Beloved
sister,
Don't give up on your dreams! But please, please, PLEASE don't give them permission to change your perspective, or cloud your focus. Be open & willing to listen. To understand. To change course, even.If you have surrendered to the High King, your life is not your own. You have been called for so. Much. MORE.
What an AWESOME way to live! You have something many are still searching for &, unfortunately, some won't find:
PURPOSE.
So, hold on to those dreams, but expect nothing less than God's will.
Far easier said than truly understood, am I right? But that's where the
listening comes in. :]
> > > > > > > > > > < < < < < < < < < <
TALK TO ME.
Is this something you've been struggling with of late? Or for years, even? I see this so often in the girls around me. They search for happiness & joy & purpose outside of God, and while others in their circle sees the answer right in front of them, they remain blind & keep searching in things that will leave them unfulfilled. I've said it before, dear hearts, but that God-sized hole in your heart is God-sized for a reason.
Believe me! I was in your shoes not too long ago, especially in regards to my struggles during my single years. But it wasn't until I completely surrendered my future & stopped worrying over things I had no control over, that God answered my prayers.
How wonderful He listens to us!
You need only speak to Him first.
<3
I was so happy to see this post on my dashboard! The title of these posts is so accurate, because they absolute encourage me. Every single time. I love your heart, Sarah! And can I just give a big AMEN to this? I often look back on my teen years, or even early 20s, and shake my head out how I thought I knew exactly how my life should go. I had it all planned out, and then when it wasn't happening, I was so disheartened. Now I am SO GLAD all of MY plans didn't come to pass. The life I THOUGHT I wanted really wasn't what I wanted after all. All that to say, I am so eternally grateful for an all-knowing God who has my life in HIS hands. Because, man, if it was all up to me it'd be a disaster.
ReplyDeleteI'm still learning this. Still remembering I AM right where I supposed to be. Discontentment definitely rears its ugly head more often than I'd like, but I'm learning to shove it away, to find joy right where I am, and know God's got it all under control.
I looove how you put it: "If you allow those failed/unfulfilled dreams to drag you down instead of pressing onward with a Godward focus, then you've allowed yourself to see them as an idol---however unintentionally." YES. SO MUCH YES. I have absolutely fallen in that idol trap. It's not a pretty place to be in.
Thank you so much for this wonderful reminder! It blessed me today. <3
You don't know just how happy your amazing comments make me, girl! I'm soooo very pleased to hear these encourage you. <3 And YESSS, Amens are most certainly welcome. ;D Also, ALL that you said about looking back---I couldn't say it any better. I feel the same way! I'm such a CLUTZ. And then I try to FIX THE THINGS. *SIGHS*
DeleteAnd so am I! It's so important we never forget God's in control & joy is something we choose. :]
Awww, thank you! You're definitely not alone! It's so hard not to fall into that trap.
Love you, dear girl! <333