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Slow And Steady

Tuesday November 23, 2021
 

Most of us have heard the tale of the race between a rabbit and a turtle.  The rabbit was so sure he would have no trouble winning that he got distracted.  The turtle, on the other hand, just put his head down, and one slow step at a time steadily moved forward.  It was the turtle, not the rabbit who won the race.

Steady plodding brings prosperity; hasty speculation brings poverty.  (Proverbs 21:5 TLB) 

We hear all kinds of talk in meetings, treatment programs, and in families, as people start on a journey of change.  Often those who “talk big” are those who “fail big.”  We should not be distracted or get discouraged by what others say or do.  God accepts us for who we are and where we are on our journey.  He knows all about us and what needs healing and restoring. 

Let the Spirit renew your thoughts and attitudes.  Put on your new nature, created to be like God—truly righteous and holy.  (Ephesians 4:23-24 NLT)

Everyone’s journey is different.  Each of us needs to be faithful to read the Bible each day and listen to what God says. We need to prayerfully bring our circumstances before God, seek His advice and then act accordingly.  Small choices today have a huge impact going forward.  God knows how tough the journey is going to be in this season and He will give us what we need for today and prepare us for what lies ahead.  God is taking us through the transformation process at just the right pace, a pace that is individually suited to us.  With God’s guidance, we will have the strength we need for the whole journey. 

The Lord isn’t really being slow about his promise, as some people think.  No, he is being patient for your sake.  He does not want anyone to be destroyed but wants everyone to repent.  (2 Peter 3:9 NLT)

Prayer:  Heavenly Father, I’m so glad You know me.  You know my weaknesses and my strengths.  You know my past and my future.  You are the only one who can help me walk forward at a safe and steady pace.  I surrender to Your plan and Your timing.  Help me to grow in faithfulness and trust.  Help me to be patient and peaceful on my journey with You.  Amen

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