Why Does it Always Have to be Me?
As we search God in the situations of life, we find
spiritual lessons have a way of getting to the heart of the
matter. After a number of them, human nature causes us to ask,
"Why does it always have to be me?"
When we have a really bad day, we may notice God reminding
that we neglected to spend quality time with Him.
When trials come our way, we may recognize God encouraging us
to keep our eyes on Him.
When we think someone neglecting their service, we may
observe God sending another (as He's the one who calls people to
do His will).
When we have this awesome plan, yet God chooses otherwise,
we may see God teaching how our desires get in the way of His
perfect will.
When we try to help one wayward, misguided, or heading for
disaster (to no avail) - we may learn when to shake the dust off
our feet.
When we falter, we may experience God's grace.
When our decisions flop, we may hear God whispering, "In all
things, seek me first."
When everything we touch falls apart, we may receive God's
promise that He has everything under control.
When we're misunderstood, we may receive God's comforting
assurance that He understands.
When there is no one else to turn to, we may find our best
friend in Jesus.
When we face all our fears, God may want us to know that all
we ever longed for and all we'll ever need is found in Him.
Once we realize that God only wants to love us, perhaps we
can begin looking forward to the lessons, knowing we're on our
way to glory (II Co. 4:17-18), and change our question to, "Why
not me?"
® by Joyce C. Lock
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About the Author:
Joyce C. Lock is a published author, poet, and columnist.
In addition, she founded and maintains the email ministries
"Heavenly Inspirations"
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/HeavenlyInspirations/ and
"Share a Smile"
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/smilesharing/ .
Joyce's writings encourage us in our relationship with God and
each other.
