Conversation with God...

If you are on my Facebook, you know my weekend has NOT gone according to my plan. It's been one of those I'd rather forget about just to be honest. That being said, after I got done with my pity party(Yes I was entitled to one) and put things in perspective, God and I had a LONG talk last night. I was rather blunt and asked Him why more than once. We all get to those moments. We ask God why...its usually then hopefully we realize His plans are not always our plans. I learned a long time ago this truth, but apparently I forget it from time to time. God knows what He is doing, our job is simply to trust Him and follow His lead. Things are going to happen to us, that is the world we live in I'm afraid. Life is not going to be a bed of roses or always go how we think it should. We will have bumps in the road and sometimes those bumps may knock us down. His hand will always be there to pick you back up, dust yourself off, and keep moving forward. See the enemy wins if you stay down, the enemy wins if you keep thinking about what happened instead of moving forward. Standing still and sitting down are two separate things, but that is a blog for another day. So here's a glimpse into my conversation with Him last night.

Me: God, why did the deer have to come out when it did Friday night? I didn't really have time for that to happen.
God: Sweet daughter, If you had been a few seconds faster or the deer a few seconds slower, the damage would have been much worse to you and the car. I kept you safe that night, yes it may inconvenience you some, but this will only make you stronger. Remember I know what you can handle and how strong you really are. Just trust me.

*side note: I learned after the bus wreck a new definition of safe. Safe doesn't mean you may not end up with some bumps and bruises(or your car may not), but it does mean you will walk away knowing God took care of you and did what only He could do.

Me: God, why did my tooth have to mess up this weekend?? Dentist had said to watch that spot, but couldn't we watch it a little longer ;-)
God: Well, sweet princess, the tooth was going to mess up in 3 weeks but I thought you would rather take care of it now before you go to the beach.

Me: God that's two BIG things in one weekend....
God: Yes child I know. Remember all of that favor from over the summer and the opportunities that allowed you some extra income. Remember how I said to save it, well see I knew this weekend was coming and that you would need it. You did what I asked, so now even though you have been hit with two big things, you are at peace.

Me: God I'm sorry for complaining and having a pity party
God: Oh sweet girl, I know your heart. You were letting feelings have their way for a little while. I knew you'd come climb up in My lap and ask me what was up. I know you feel like you have a lot of stress coming from different directions, but remember I know your heart. You are stronger than you think you are and regardless of how you feel, you can handle much more than you realize. Keep doing what you are doing, trusting even when you don't feel like it, and letting Me remind you that I see you as princess always.

Me: I love you God
God: I know sweet girl, and I love you too...always


Sweet readers-I don't know what you have going on in your life right now. December is a month full of parties, memories, and just being busy. Don't forget about the reason for the season. I know that sounds cliche, but don't forget about the love He gave and share that love with others. We spent November being thankful, let's spend December giving. Stay in the word, there is truth to be found and amazing revelations that only come from Him. Take time to let Him pour back into you, God has things to show you, it's up to you to listen with your heart and look through His eyes! Thank you for letting me share.
Until next time
~Melissa