Monday, March 06, 2006
9:50 PM
The Teacher of TrustI often wonder why it is that daily, as we all mature, things we want, big or small, or even situations and problems in our lives become harder to lift up to God, and the more difficult part even is leaving it there with Him, trusting Him with ALL of it. It sounds simple lang pero lam naman natin na it doesn't feel simple for us. We're reminded repeatedly, at least those of us who believe in God's will for every good and perfect thing to come to pass. Yet, I still fear or agonize over the unknown. What do I do when I know how I should be, but deep inside my spirit is still restless?
I used to feel guilty about saying I trust Him then still having that feeling inside that I don't. I'd suddenly remember the words "come as you are" from many Christian songs and I'd break down lots of times knowing I have no choice but to come before God with my doubt, with my fear and whatever it is I want Him to take or trust Him for. I can only run to Him knowing that no matter how dirty I am He'll still embrace me...and even kiss me for coming to Him for answers and comfort.
A lot of people read Jeremiah 29:11. The familiar lines of this verse have comforted many through centuries. Recently, I found that reading the passage through all the way to verse 13 brings even more comfort than one expects to find in verse 11. For any of us who are searching and learning to trust, we can read and rest in His words.
"'For I know the plans that I have for you' declares the Lord, 'plans for welfare and not for calamity to give you a future and a hope.
'Then you will call upon Me and come and pray to Me, and I will listen to you.
'And you will seek Me and find Me, when you search for Me with all your heart."
Jeremiah 29:11-13
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