Anticipation
Wednesday January 8, 2020
Our anticipation of events is positive when we expect something good is about to happen, such as going out to a show, taking a holiday trip, or doing something else we really like to do. At other times our anticipation of what is about to happen brings fear and anxiety. It may be a situation where we have done wrong and are expecting punishment or just the ongoing chaos of living in a dysfunctional lifestyle. Our emotions go up and down according to the outcome we are anticipating. In recovery, how can we live at peace in the middle of the ups and downs of life?
Anxiety in the heart of man causes depression, But a good word makes it glad. (Proverbs 12:25 NKJV)
When we are in trouble God invites us to call on Him. We read stories in the Bible of people who were anticipating trouble from their enemies and how God answered their petitions and prayers. We learn from these stories that God cares for His people. If we have given our will and life over to the care of God, can we anticipate that He will help us in our time of need? Yes, we can!
Your way is perfect, Lord, and your word is correct. You are a shield for those who run to you for help. (2 Samuel 22:31 CEV) Our outlook on life has a major impact on how we succeed in living life to the full. If we view God as our Heavenly Father who knows what is best for us, then we will anticipate goodness and mercy will follow us all the days of our life. If we hold to this viewpoint, we will truly soar like an eagle and get a larger view of life with God in recovery.
Peace I leave with you, My peace I give to you; not as the world gives do I give to you. Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid. (John 14:27 NKJV)
Prayer: Heavenly Father, Your word gives me hope that I can trust You to work all things together for my good. Help me to anticipate this in every situation. Amen
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