Be still...

Be still and know that I am God Psalm 46:10

This is one of my favorite verses. It was the first verse I learned when I was going thru a VERY difficult time.  This difficult period was a turning point in my life. If seems so long ago but yet it was only a little over a year ago.

Its funny being my favorite verse and I struggle with it in a certain area of my life. Why was it easier to be still a year ago when I was just turning to God and learning to trust Him?  It should've been harder to be still than now.  It's not that I don't have faith in Him, its that I don't want to give up control. Well, maybe it does have a little to do with my faith.

Relationships have never been my strong suit. This is the only area i feel that I struggle with being patient.  I know in my heart and mind that God has great plans for me. So, why can't i trust Him completely and let go. I also need to remember His timing and mine are not the same.

I need to be reminded daily to take it slow and to take baby steps. I know that everything will come in His perfect timing. What do they say, "Great things come to those who wait." I also know that God won't ask me to put something or someone down without replacing it or him. And no, i didn't want this person replaced but i know God wants me to move on.

So, bottom line is we need to learn to be still and know He is God. He is in control and knows what is best for ALL of us.

I wrote this post to let you know that I do struggle with things and you aren't alone. I have been praying a lot more lately to get me through my less than patient times. I also worship more too. I feel it calmes me down and gives me a sense a peace. Give it a try..It might help you during a less than perfect time.