Surrender

"Remember that my life is but breath, My eye will not again see good." Job 7:7

Job attempted to reconcile in his own mind what was happening to him.


"I will not restrain my mouth; I will speak in the anguish of my spirit, I will complain in the bitterness of my soul." Job 7:11

Job totally surrendered his pains and struggles to his Heavenly Father.

Often, we complain to others or stomp around in our own disgust accomplishing absolutely nothing. How do I know this?

Last night my computer crashed after a few other related complications earlier in the week.

As many of you know, my daughter (step-daughter) is getting married. I am expected to do it "all" and there have been comments that make me feel as though she would rather me not be present. She tells me what she wants and leaves. So far, I have done everything with the help of some of my best friends.

Do not misunderstand, I do not mind the labor or getting everything done. I did not mind writing and mailing all the invitations, meeting with caterers, or spending my evening making bouquets from silk flowers. Because of her attitude, I am hurt. Now I have said it!

I love this child and my hearts desire is for GOD to grow her into the person HE created her to be. I came to these scriptures after a day of grumbling. I have been an unhappy camper all day.

God understands my unhappiness and hurt. He wants to hear my anguish. I must surrender "everything" and leave it at HIS feet.

Storming the heavens,

Andrea

It Cannot Be Destroyed

"A river brings joy to the city of our God, the sacred home of the Most High. God dwells in that city; it cannot be destroyed. From the very break of day, God will protect it." Psalm 46:4-5


Many large and powerful cities have rivers running through them. In Bible times, these rivers were used to water crops and allow access from neighboring cities to promote trade. Jerusalem has "no" river, however it had God.

When Jerusalem abandoned God, they suffered becoming captive to the Babylonians. How many families have abandoned God? We suffer the consequences of our parents and grandparents decisions to jump ship and go their own way. We are often captive in a run away speed boat on the river of earthly life.

My sister and I are products of a family who chose to jump ship and go their own way. As we became adults each of us realized we must get out of the boat and into our Heavenly Father's arms; we chose a new river-GOD. We surrendered our hurt, anger, and fear and found peace and love. God, our new river "cannot be destroyed."

Where God dwells their is protection. My sister and I live in the very midst of God's protection. We choose God and not the run away speedboat on the earthly river of life. If your family has chosen to abandon God, there is hope. You can turn the tide and change the journey for future generations. Come join us as we crawl, stumble, and fall into our Heavenly Father's arms.


Graciously forgiven and loved,


Andrea