January 16, 2011
Developing my pearls
Sometimes, our God often has a deliberate way of getting our attention. The Holy Spirit spoke to me today to watch Joel Osteen and the message was just for me. I really needed to hear this one today.
Just as a pearl faces many irritants to become beautiful, God uses uncomfortable situations to mold and shape us. Isaiah 64:8 says God is the potter and we are the clay. One of the ways God shapes us is by allowing us to be in situations where we’re uncomfortable. This pressure brings to light impurities in our character – pride, selfishness, being critical and easily offended – that need to leave our lives so we can move forward into His blessings.
I am runner. I often run from adversity, pray away hard situations or difficult people. I often say nothing happens per chance and God has a purpose behind every situation to shape me. Therefore, I must work with God through this situation.
“After you have passed the test, you will receive the victor’s crown of life.” James 1:12
God knows my value. I’m a work in progress. God has me on the wheel; I must not fight against it. These present sufferings are nothing compared to the blessing he has in store for me. I must trust and believe that he knows best and knows his plans for me.
As Always,
Allison
