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Making Sense Of Life And Recovery

Sunday January 29, 2023

Only after a time of living in recovery with God do we realize how ridiculous we must have sounded when “we told God our plans.”  How little we knew of the patience of God as we went on and on about what would fix us, what we needed in order to have a good life, and how God could make that happen for us. 

I lie in the dust; revive me by your word.  I told you my plans, and you answered. Now teach me your decrees.  Help me understand the meaning of your commandments, and I will meditate on your wonderful deeds.  I weep with sorrow; encourage me by your word.  Keep me from lying to myself; give me the privilege of knowing your instructions.  I have chosen to be faithful; I have determined to live by your regulations.  I cling to your laws. Lord, don’t let me be put to shame! I will pursue your commands, for you expand my understanding. (Psalm 119:25-32 NLT)

Who were we to think we had any knowledge about what would make life work?  Our best plans got us to places we never want to be in again.  We fell down so many times we ended up just lying in the dust without the ability to get up.  Our thoughts were filled with shame and our hearts with sorrow.  We lied to ourselves and others about how bad things were and to what depths we had sunk.  

Thank God that He is willing to expand our understanding of life with His truth. He gives us trustworthy instructions that get us on the path to new life.  He accompanies us on the journey and brings joy and peace as we travel together.  When we get tired and weary, He refreshes and strengthens us to keep going.  God helps us understand what we need to know as we need to know it, and He encourages us each step of the way.

Prayer:  Heavenly Father, thank you for your patience with me as I learn to surrender my plans in favour of Yours.  Help me understand what I need to know as I need to know it.  Give me ears to hear Your voice of encouragement as we journey together along the way.  Amen

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