I was driving alone a couple of weeks ago and using the time to pray. I was arguing with God. Well I guess it's never really arguing because God doesn't have to argue, but I was acting like it. I was pleading with God again to deliver us from a particular situation. I'm begging. I'm telling God all the reasons why I need this miracle. Then I tell God how unhappy I am over this thing. I ask God about my witness and testimony. How can I be an effective witness for God's kingdom if I am not happy? How can I speak of how good God is when this terrible event plagues us? How can I show God' s love and kindness when we are in daily trials?
You know God had an answer. He always does. He reminded me how much MORE effective my testimony will be if I can be joyful in the face of this thing. He showed me how much MORE people will want to turn to Him if I proclaim His goodness even in the midst of the storm. He sent a song my way to encourage me that this earth is not my home...Heaven is. The things that happen now are nothing compared to eternity with Him.
How I am humbled.
My God took the time to hear me, remind me gently and help me put my feelings into perspective. He redirected my heart to Heaven...and isn't that the goal all along?
