Greeting Prayer Warriors,
Decades ago, when my marriage was less than ideal, I remember
believing I knew what the best course of action was, for my will was telling me
to leave. I was in a lot of misery, but
blind to the fact that my misery was compounded by not following the will of
God. As much as I thought I was seeking
the Lord’s will in prayer, I think I spent most of my time trying to convince
Him that my will was right. Lucky for me,
we have a very patient God who loves us beyond measure, and when we least
expect it, He commands our attention. I
hadn’t anticipated that the Lord was going to ask me whether I would follow Him
or not, but He did. I wrestled with the
fact that His question was too black and white, there was no room for a “let me
think about it”, as there were only two possible answers. Although I was prideful, I wasn’t proud
enough to say no to the Lord, thus it was yes. But then something unexpected happened. My misery lifted and a sense of peace enveloped me. I was able to
re-enter my relationship with a new perspective…
I can do all things in him who
strengthens me. Philippians 4:13
I had to focus one day at a time.
If they listen and serve him, they spend their days in
prosperity, their years in happiness. Job 36:11
With a stronger reliance on God, everything became easier. “My will, my way” apparently wasn’t the best
road. Imagine that! ;) Marriage
will always have its crosses to bear, but through them the Lord seeks to
perfect us. With time, I have found joy
in each cross, because Jesus is right there holding it with me.
We even boast of our afflictions, knowing that affliction
produces endurance, and endurance, proven character, and proven
character, hope, and hope does not disappoint, because the love of God
has been poured out into our hearts through the holy Spirit that has been given
to us. Romans 5:3-5
Lord, when a marriage
finds itself off course, meet each person where they are at. They may be fearful, angry, confused, lonely,
frustrated, or despairing. When their
fight or flight instinct kicks in, may they sense you before them with open
arms ready to comfort and redirect them. Only you Lord know what we need before we need it. You are always
standing in the gap, no matter how estranged one feels in their marriage or even
from You. Infuse each marriage with the
supernatural grace it needs to thrive. Then mold our wills to conform with your perfect plan for our marriages. Jesus we trust in You!
Peace, Joy, and Love,
Janet
Witness everyday miracles.
Conform your will to His. Pass it
on!
