Many are the plans in
a person’s heart, but it is the Lord’s purpose that prevails. Proverbs 19:21
Whoever sows to please
their flesh, from the flesh will reap destruction; whoever sows to please the
Spirit, from their Spirit will reap eternal life. Galatians 6:8
Have you ever taken action on something that you felt called
to do, then found yourself wondering what you got yourself into? If I’m being
completely honest, there have already been dozens of times in the mere three
weeks I have been in Haiti that I have questioned why I am even here. I don’t
say this as a cry for help, nor do I truly believe that there is no purpose in
me being in Haiti. Rather, I just want to be authentic and vulnerable in the
sense that doubt, fear, and confusion are tangible feelings that I have
experienced in my time here thus far.
That being said, in these moments of insecurity God has
begun to teach me a very important lesson about obedience. Regardless of
whether He asks me to do something as simple as buying a meal for a stranger,
or something as wild as packing up and moving to another country for a year, the
most important thing is obedience. When we choose to be obedient to God and allow
His plans to supersede our own, the result is always going to be better.
As I have been meditating on this concept of complete
surrender and submission to the Holy Spirit, I am already blown away by what
God has been doing and revealing. I have watched Him begin to restore seemingly
irreparable relationships, I have experienced His peace and presence in an
intense and powerful way, and I have observed Him bring clarity and confidence
amidst confusion.
While I may have come to Haiti with “many plans in my heart,”
I am learning that these plans can’t even begin to compare to what God is
planning to do. I am excited to see all that will unfold as I act in obedience,
and I encourage you to examine what God is calling you to in your own life. Are
you willing to boldly step outside your personal plans and comfort zone in
order to follow what God is calling you to do?
It is my prayer that those who are in a place of confusion
and doubt would seek the Holy Spirit to guide them, and would in turn reap
eternal reward!
Until next time,
Tamara
Totally relevant to my life right now. Thanks for sharing what God has shown you.
ReplyDeleteThanks Cindy! Praying that God helps you be obedient and encourages you during this time.
DeleteI feel the same, my heart and ears are open. Thanks Tamara
ReplyDeletePraying that God gives you encouragement to keep pursuing Him, Bev. ❤️
Delete"You did not choose me, but I chose you and appointed you so that you might bear fruit that will last..." John 15:16
ReplyDeleteI am glad He has sent you to Haiti. Your blog is very interesting and I have found myself asking the same questions many times as well.
Good word! Thanks Elisson. Looking forward to getting to know you better.
ReplyDeleteThank you for sharing that Tamara. Definitely tough to be obedient when it seems the fear and unknown are overwhelming (totally have these moments already myself). But how wonderful the truth is that God never leaves us. He gives us the grace to handle the hard, gives us strength when we feel like we can't go on, and trust to push away the doubt. I continue to lift you up in prayer and am looking forward to hearing more about your time in Haiti. Blessings!
ReplyDeleteGood word, Molly. Thanks for your encouragement. Praying that God gives you supernatural strength and courage to be obedient as you begin your journey!
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