Monday, June 29, 2015

HAPPY GIRLS are THE PRETTIEST GIRLS



We are told that there will be sadness, hurt, disappointments, pain and missed opportunities on this side of glory.  We are admonished that trials and tribulations abound. Yet, God promises that we unlike non-believers will (over time) be given the mind of GOD so that we cannot only withstand these blows but that we can also smile and dance.  

HOW?  It seems unfathomable that we can be transformed in such a way as to rejoice in the face of defeat.  But, my darling- this is a promise from GOD. It is TRUTH.  

When you are confronted with a sleepless night- fraught with images of past failures - you do have a defense.  You can comfort yourself with this promise.  You can remind yourself and God of this promise.  You can ask GOD for the thoughts to dissipate, for the pain to go away.  

Step 1:
Let Go of your will.  Recognize that your desires, wants and longings must align with God’s will for you.  When your will aligns with God’s will, you are living in the SPIRIT (able to access all of God’s perfect gifts).  You are thriving.  You are HAPPY.  It is imperative to remember that GOD is Perfect.  His Will is Perfect.  His Plans for you are Perfect.  You can ABSOLUTELY trust GOD’s will.  God is protecting you and ALL IS WELL.

Step 2:
Be Sure of God’s POWER.  God, the only living God is POWERFUL.  He cannot fail. He can only do the impossible.  Remember His past miracles in your life and the lives of those around you.  Remind yourself and then TELL God!  Let GOD know that you know that HE is POWERFUL. 

Step 3:
Leave all with GOD.  Leave the pain, confusion, disappointment, hurt feelings, anger, betrayal with GOD.  Leave the big decisions, your desires, wants and longings for the future with GOD.  Leave your projects, work, home, etc. with GOD.  Recognize that you cannot see the future- so how would you know which way is best without GOD’s help?  GOD alone has the best vantage point to chart a course.  He knows all the angles.

HAPPINESS COMES FROM TOTAL RELIANCE ON GOD.  YOU CAN BE HAPPY KNOWING THAT GOD IS WORKING IT ALL OUT.

Now go forward, butterfly- boldy, joyfully, lovingly.  

God is Good.  He only does good things.  
God is Love.  He is kind and performs acts of kindness for his children.
God is Perfect.  His ways are perfect and you can absolutely trust HIS plan for you.