I have been spending more time in the Word and in prayer. I must say that it has been a sweet time of intimacy with my Savior as of late. He is teaching me patience, joy in Him and love. I am praying that this time continues. It's ultimately up to me.
God's pursuit has always been consistent. He has always beckoned me to rest in Him. What a righteous pursuit it has been. However, I may not have been consistent on following His lead. I believe this is why I have my husband there to remind me that prayer is important and seeking the Lord is essential to living in this world of flaws.
Listening to a sweet friend's song, I repeat the lyrics in my head, "Father help me wait for my full reward. Remind my soul that it's not here." I love those words! I love knowing that our God has faithfully been pursuing us and reminding us that we cannot be satisfied in the things of this world, in the people of this world. We can only be satisfied in Him.
I tell you, there has not been a moment I have not wanted to fall into the fleeting things this world has to offer. Each time I am tempted, I am given a "get out of jail free" card by God. It is then my choice to accept the offer or leave it behind. Most times, I accept. The times I have chosen my own way, I picture God standing there with his arms open wide, like a proud father and saying, "I am here, let's try this again and this time, don't let me go because I will never let you go."
What an amazing gift! Not only to die for me, but to always be there, right beside me to pick up the pieces and mend my heart. Thank you, Father for your goodness!
Thanks for reading and I pray you feel God calling you with open arms, to love you and never leave you!
~ Patti
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