Hey friends, how are you today? How have you been? In just a few days, summer will come to an end, the actual start of fall is in sight. Last week was so hot, we spent most of that time in the 90°s, that I longed for fall weather temperatures to make her early start. But today we began with chilly 50°s and I wondered what was I thinking? How could I ask for fall temperatures when I know every week becomes chillier and chiller? When my kids were younger, they moaned about heat and gripped about the cold and I would say to the m, “there is no pleasing you”. Have I now fallen in that category? Have I then become that person?
Sometimes I forget that life is to be lived one day at a time. Sometimes I forget that life can only be lived one day at a time. Sometimes I forget that life is best lived one day at a time. I have already looked at the temperatures for the week, trusting that the meteorologists are right in their predictions (they very rarely are, by the way) and I’ve told the Lord I prefer warmer temperatures. I have made all these plans that require no rain and higher than average temperatures. I have forgotten that just last week, I desired cooler weather. Is there no pleasing me? Hot or cold, hot, or cold, which is it? Do I even know which I would prefer? How I can trust the ‘desires of my heart”, if I don’t even know what they are?
I have come to the conclusion that I should “commit my ways to the Lord and He will direct my paths” Tada!! Well… I did not come up with this solution all by myself, unfortunately I am not that wise. But this attitude will perhaps put an end to the incessant complaints. And if I walk with the belief that “sufficient for today is its own trouble” I would not borrow tomorrow’s problem by being anxious for what is not yet. Again, I did not come up with these words of wisdom. But Someone knew I needed to hear it.
Life is too short to be lived with complaints and anxiousness. As a matter of fact, these two combined may surely hastened our end.
In our Sunday school class a few weeks ago, I came across this verse and was properly astonished. I was flabbergasted and dutifully shocked. This verse reads, “so when He heard Lazarus was ill, He stayed two days longer” …. did you hear that! Jesus deliberately stayed away. Now I know the story and I’ve heard and read this story countless times before. But this time, I was dumbfounded by these words. It was like I had never noticed them before. But I knew the story, how could I have missed it? He chose to wait, even with the knowledge that His friend was sick and was very close to death. But of course, we know the end of this story and if you do not, then go ahead and read John 11.
But before this verse come the one that sets the premise for John 11:6. “Jesus loved Martha and her sister and Lazarus”. Jesus loved them so He waited. He loved them so much that He waited. Yes, we know the end of their story. It is written for our learning.
“We walk by faith, not by sight”. I really wish I was that smart, but again I cannot take the credit. Our Lord said it best. We do not know the end of this chapter of our story, but today we can trust in His perfect, unfailing, unwavering, unconditional love for us. At times, this love for us will cause Him to wait. The wait may be measured in weeks, months, perhaps years, rather than two days. But His perfect love for us is the bedrock of our faith.
“When we can’t see His hand, trust His heart”. Damaris sings this song so beautifully. “Do not be anxious, sufficient for today is its own troubles” … trust His love. When plans fail to come to fruition, trust His love. When years later, we still wait for the ‘desires of our heart’, trust His love. Rest in the promise that He will never leave us nor forsake us.
We can live one day at a time because despite the troubles this day may bring, ‘His grace and mercy are renewed and are enough for this day. ‘His divine power has given us everything we need to live successfully, for life and godliness. Our story ends with success, not failure because we are loved by the Great God of the universe.
Becoming HIS Tapestry 
22 responses to “COMFORT FOR TODAY”
Wonderful post! “We walk by faith, not by sight” truly speaks to me. May God bless you and your ministry.
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Thank you, my friend. The Lord has been good to . me. My the Lord bless you
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At first it could seem cruel and unloving that Jesus delayed two days before leaving to go to where Lazarus, Mary and Martha were. But he knew what he was about to do. He knew he would bring Lazarus back from the dead after Lazarus had been dead four days. Imagine what witnessing, and for Lazarus experiencing, that miracle did for them.
I still think you are secretly longing for winter and snow lol
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He always knows why He waits. And it’s always for our good. We just have to believe and obey. Thankfully even at this point, summer like temperatures are still with us
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No need to worry or fret-it only causes more wrinkles. God’s watching over us.
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Amen. The Lord certainly knows what is best for us. We just have to obey.
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Bless the Lord oh my soul.
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And all that is within me blessing His Holy Name
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Well said.
Paul said “…I have learned in whatever state I am, to be content.” Philippians 4:11
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Amen and amen 🙏🏽 and at times, how very difficult this attitude can be
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I read somewhere that Jesus may have waited those extra two days so the miracle he performed, bringing Lazarus back to life from the dead, would be all the more astounding. The three siblings were part of one of Jesus’ greatest miracles. I’ve also heard it said, “Without a test there is no testimony.” This test for Mary, Martha, and Lazurus provided a stunning testimony! No doubt, for the rest of their lives, they told and retold this story, impacting who knows how many people.
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And that’s what He wants to do in our lives too, as astounding work. If we trust Him enough to wait for Him
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With my recent health issues I am truly reminded to live one day at a time.
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Amen and amen one step at a time. He reveals more and more of our story as we walk with Him
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Wonderful post. Encouraging to remember to trust God in the waiting.
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Amen 🙏🏽 life with the Lord must be built on trust. One day at a time
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It’s hard not to be affected by the weather when you love to be outside. 🙂 But I am trying to live day by day and enjoy whatever God provides because he knows best.
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Amen and amen 🙏🏽 so much our plans depend on the weather but as you said, one day at a time
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Morning, Brenda.
Anita and I are in KC for meetings with my sister’s hospice team and some special time with her, but our temps are preceding yours quite closely (in Lex, KY, as well).
Try this one on for size: “Delight yourself in the Lord, and He will give you the desires of your heart.” (Proverb 37:4)
I used to think if I followed step A, He would give me what I wanted in step B.
Then several years ago, someone pointed out a better understanding. If I do step A, step B is that He will change my heart and put the right desires into it: He will give you the desires!!! How cool is that!?😁
❤️&🙏, c.a.
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I’m sorry about your sister and praying for you and your family. That’s the truth, when I delight in Him, I will be willing to do His will, which will not always be what I want. He will make me look more Him
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I love this post, Brenda, and the hope that it gives. Who isn’t in a time of watching and waiting for something? We get impatient, but God is always just on time. I am re-blogging so others can read your wise advice. Blessings!
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Thank you, my friend. May the Lord be glorified. Someone once said, God is never in a hurry, we must always learn to wait
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