Philippians 4:6-7 “Don't worry about anything, but in everything, through prayer and petition with thanksgiving; let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses every thought, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.”
“Realizing that living by faith is more than just answering the call and starting the journey …. It’s trusting God each and every step of the day, everyday.” This is what came to mind as I was heading up to my apartment tonight.
You see….it seemed to be a huge enough leap of faith to jump on this most wonderful journey that I am on – a huge enough leap that would last awhile and not require any more for the time being until I could get better adjusted maybe. First of all, before I met Charles, I really did not know if there were any guys out there that were really perfect for me. So to accept that God actually had one – and I had met him – it was a big deal for me to accept that. And – though I grew up in a wonderful home, with parents who are amazing and have been married for 35 years now, I have heard and seen so many other horror stories of men that seemed to good to be true – and yes, they really were, leaving their Godly wives in a heap of ashes behind them. And so for me, saying “yes” not to the dress, but to the man, was a huge leap of faith for me in and of itself. Then, it seemed to be a huge leap of faith in the journey of loving someone who has been defeating the odds against him nearly all of his life. Though, it completely humbles me that I even have the privilege to know him, and even more so, marry him, it was my faith in God, and not the circumstance that ultimately led me to know that this is what God has led me to do and what I believe He has prepared me for. So it was faith in the Lord that has led me here, to this moment, and on this amazing, and incredible journey.
But, I am realizing, that it is so much more than just trusting God to start the journey. I have to have faith and trust God throughout the ENTIRE journey. I have to trust Him with every decision that is made, every sniffle that Charles gets, every flat tire that he has, every move that I make, I have to trust. I have to live by faith in the One who knows what He is doing, knows what is best and holds the world in His hands. I have to trust in Him. I have to get on my knees before the Lord, and not be anxious – but in everything through prayer and petition commit my request to God, and He will give me the peace that passes all understanding as I travel through this thing called life. I love the Lord. I am so grateful to Him for bringing me the most amazing gift into my life that I am so undeserving of, my Charles. I can not wait to get married and to live life together. It is one of the greatest privileges I have ever had. He truly is such an inspiration, my best friend, and my love.
Lord I pray that I will have the faith each and every day to trust You. I pray that I will commit my requests to You and that you will give me the peace that passes all understanding. I pray that I will seek You each and every day for every step of the way.
In Jesus name I pray, Amen.
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