Just for today I will adjust myself to what is and not try to adjust everything else to my desires. I will trust that God is working all things for good in my life.
When we pray the complete Serenity Prayer we say the words: “Taking, as Jesus did, this sinful world as it is, not as I would have it, trusting that You will make all things right if I surrender to Your will.” These are easy words to memorize and say, even with sincerity, but they are very difficult to put into practice. They ask us to demonstrate the character quality of flexibility. We are used to having our own way and feel vulnerable when that is blocked. We are not yet comfortable in the new and strange world of recovery and “surrendering to God” is unfamiliar to us. Having the grace and patience to trust that God will work all things out is a very steep learning curve for us to embrace.
To be flexible involves being open to new ideas. We need to be willing to learn new ways of looking at things and new ways of behaving in certain situations. We need to be willing to see the bigger picture of life, rather than our self-centered one.
Always be humble and gentle. Be patient with each other, making allowance for each other’s faults because of your love. Make it as clear as you can to all you meet that you’re on their side, working with them and not against them. (Ephesians 4:2 NLT, Philippians 4:5 MSG)
We need to look beyond our current circumstances and be willing to trust that God is at work. He hasn't forgotten us. He's not too busy to act on our behalf. He is a good God and a good Father, and He will come through for us in a way that is life-enriching if we will just give Him a chance.
Prayer: Heavenly Father, I admit I am powerless to adjust myself to what is and not try to adjust everything else to my desires. Please work in me to adjust my attitude and my emotions, so that I can trust You are truly working all things together for good in my life. Amen
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