One of the things that amazes me about God and His Kingdom is the way He continually exceed my expectations. No matter what my situation is, it always has a possible perspective from which I can choose to view it. When I look at the things that are happening from an earthly standpoint, I can find reasons to grumble, complain and resist what is happening. However, when I observe the events from His Kingdom perspective, I find reasons to be grateful, hopeful and optimistic. By trusting Him with my life and following the example and teaching of Jesus, I am able to abide in His presence. When I cast my cares on Him and put my faith in His promises, I have patience and peace because the assurance that He is making everything work together for good has become increasingly real to me. I am so grateful that I don’t have to lean on my own understanding any more.
“Trust in the LORD with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make your paths straight.”
Proverbs 3:5-6
“Now to him who is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine, according to his power that is at work within us, to him be glory in the church and in Christ Jesus throughout all generations, for ever and ever! Amen.”
Ephesians 3:20-21