Matters of the Heart: Trusting God in the Wilderness
This morning, as I opened my heart to God's Word, I was reminded by Proverbs 4:5, which says to embrace wisdom and understanding, and Luke 7:6-7,9-10 says to cherish simple, powerful trust in the Lord. These scriptures resonated deeply with me, especially as I'm navigating my season of waiting—my wilderness.
The wilderness can feel lonely, uncertain, and sometimes
overwhelming. It's easy to become restless or tempted to rush through it. But
today, I was reminded of something crucial: the wilderness is purposeful. It's
not punishment—it's preparation.
God has gently highlighted some areas I must surrender
during this season:
1. Yielding my will to Him: Surrendering the desire to control outcomes and
trusting that His plan is greater than mine.
2. Choosing gratitude and contentment: Instead of envying what others have, I must
appreciate and celebrate the blessings God has already placed in my life. True
fulfillment comes from recognizing His provision in my current circumstances.
3. Releasing pride: Pride
subtly whispers self-reliance, but humility calls me back to dependence on God.
His strength is made perfect in my weakness.
4. Waiting patiently:
This is the toughest! But I understand now—I must not rush out of the
wilderness prematurely. God has a purpose for every moment I spend here. My job
is to trust Him until He leads me out.
If you are in your wilderness today, I encourage you to see
it as a divine space for growth, refinement, and deepened intimacy with God.
Trust that He sees exactly where you are. He knows what He's doing, even if the
path isn't clear to you right now.
Remember, waiting isn't
wasted time—it's holy ground.
Be encouraged, hold onto faith, and know that you're never
alone in your wilderness. He’s with you, guiding each step. Trust the process;
trust the One who holds your tomorrow.
What is Simple Trust? Simple Trust is believing
wholeheartedly in God's promises without needing to see immediate proof or
answers. It's trusting Him fully, confidently knowing that His Word and timing
are perfect, even when our circumstances seem uncertain. This is so important.
A Simple Prayer:
Heavenly Father, thank You for Your presence in the
wilderness. Help me to fully surrender my will, embrace gratitude, release
pride, and wait patiently on Your perfect timing. Strengthen my trust and
deepen my faith in Your promises. Guide me through each step, knowing that You
hold my tomorrow. In Jesus' name, Amen.
With love and prayers,
Carol
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