Philippians 2:12-13
Therefore, my dear friends, as you have always obeyed- not only in my presence, but now much more in my absence- continue to work out your salvation with fear and trembling, for it is God who works in you to will and to act in order to fulfill his good purpose.
The knowledge that God is working in me to do His will, is a bit intimidating. Here again is this new (to me) concept of “blessing.” God is at work through me, and he gives me what I need in order to help that work along. It makes sense, then, that not all “blessings” will look like gifts. Some may be painful, or difficult to see in a positive light. But when we are in relationship with Him, we know we should work with what God sends our way.
Holy Father, I am learning to see challenges in a new way. Help me to remember you are always with me, and have not left me alone to deal with “problems.” You are beside me, to work on your plan. Amen
Becky, transforming
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