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All In Good Time

Where does my help come from...and when will it get here?!

I have a fairly predictable struggle in my faith walk when it comes down to the timing I would prefer versus the timing of God. Mostly this revolves around my own comfort and desires but there have been occasions when God's timing has cause me deep pain and sadness.

Still, I trust Him.

In the those times of real struggle I place my hope in what Jesus has already accomplished, and then cast my gaze to what the Bible reveals of the final victory. The greatest resource for my peace is not found in a distraction or a pleasant feeling but in the reality of Christ's death and resurrection. Knowing God was able to bring about the salvation of all in that way, I renew my faith in that great and glorious day yet to come. Sure, my anticipation grows with every look ahead but my temporal peace also increases even in the midst of calamity.

Still, I trust Him.

This statement is not a mantra or religious chat I use to calm myself in the way other belief systems operate, it is the outflow of my heart. He is trustworthy and faithful. He has proven His great love and given us a firm foundation of hope for the future. He is great, and that greatness is revealed to humankind in the fullness of time. I am so thankful He is God and I am not. If the struggles of my life are any indication, I need to know a God who is far great than I (or anyone I have ever known) is working outside of my understanding. He is both good and true.

I trust Him.

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