Shall not be wanting...

As I drove home today, I imagined what I must seem like sometimes. Right now, in particular. I felt like a child on a leash harness, straining and tugging against it to get at what they want. God is holding me back, assuring me that there is something even better, and would I please just walk next to Him nicely? (If I was the parent I would probably be losing my temper, lucky for me God has a lot of patience!)

Every now and then, I draw near to Him, walk in step with Him, and feel peace. But then something catches my eye or interest and I tug, saying "I want that, I want that, please, Papa! I think that looks like a good plan!"And again, patiently He says "Wait."

I wish I could stay in those peaceful resting times. I wish I refused to become distracted by what I see around me, and by the plans and ideas I come up with for myself. He has the unique ability to see the WHOLE picture- the past, present and future. He alone knows how he can weave this beautiful tapestry to use me to the fullest. All of our experiences, all those we connect with are used to the glory of God. All I can see is where I am at right now. It only makes sense to cast all my cares on him and believe.

The song "The house of God, forever" by Jon Foreman has been in my head for DAYS! Such a perfect song for peace, and to remind us of His goodness. I encourage you to listen to it twice! Get it stuck in your head :) It is based on Psalm 23.

The Lord is my shepherd, I shall not be in want. He makes me lie down in green pastures, He leads me beside quiet waters, He restores my soul. He guides me in paths of righteousness for His name's sake. Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and staff they comfort me. You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies. You anoint my head with oil; my cup overflows. Surely goodness and mercy will follow me all the days of my life, and I will dwell in the house of the Lord forever. Psalm 23.