For I know the plans I have for you," declares the LORD,
"plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.
- Jeremiah 29:11
In teacher-speak, I am a "whole-to-part" person. When learning, I like to know the "big picture." Before I read a book or see a movie, I need to know the general plot. I need to know the final outcome of a puzzle before I can even start taking it apart. Expanding on that, in real life, I love to be in charge... to be in control. I like to know where I'm going and how to get there (something that is constantly thwarted because I am also navigationally stunted!). So imagine how NOT in control I felt when I was diagnosed with a brain tumor. That was the focus of this week's layout on peace. For those interested in not squinting at the screen, the story of my brain tumor was originally posted here.
Peace is when we can feel Christ's heart, even when we cannot discern his mind. Believing in Jesus does not mean that there won't be storms in our life, but it does mean that we can trust Jesus to hold on to us tightly in the midst of the fiercest storm. God is our strong, safe shelter, and that is the source of our peace.
See you next Thursday for the next layout.
:) Mags
1 comment:
Hi, I am a follower of your blog, but for some reason, haven't seen your posts on my feeder dealy. It could be because I don't get it checked every day, but I do try to scroll down to where I left off. I need to go to bed, but wanted to let you know I plan to return.
God is with us every step we take.
God Bless,
Sue
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