"Why" It's a question we ask people very often. But i've come to see that I often don't ask "why" to myself in many situations. I dont ask myself "why" in many times where I think that simple word would make a difference. The difference between right and wrong. Its a simple task that can make a great effect.
Asking why in any situation reevaluates our intentions, our wants, our desires. The answer to the why is like a map to our hearts. A map to what we worship. What we prioritize. What we think we want and what we really need. An example is reacting in a situation of a friend. She says something mean or hurtful and naturally you want to lash back with an insult or something to put her in "her place". But why, why is that my reaction? Its the answer to this question that is like a key to our hearts. A key to a precious chest. I would say the answer is bitterness. Bitterness towards the situation and towards the circumstances. This is one example of why this is a crucial question in our lives. Its a map we must follow and a map we must adjust. I'm reading this incredible book right now by Paul Tripp called "Awe". Its really all about reevaluatiing what we are in "awe" of. We are always searching for things to be in awe of. We run-so far at times- until we have a moment of realization that we must be in awe of our awesome God. Its so hard to not be in awe of the things that surround us in our daily lives. The clothes, the homes, the cars, the people, the social status. We get caught up in the awe of this world. Our world-full of awesome things- its like a container, holding us in with limitations. I want to ask you what drives your actions. What drives your reactions. The answer to these question is what we are truly in awe of. It's a riveting question you see, it opens a door to our real desires, to what drives us. Maybe it's social status- a yearning to show an lifestyle that is pleasing to others. Maybe its appearance- a desire to look a way that is socially acceptable or well liked in our society. I could go on and on. But it doesnt matter honestly. We are all chasing after countless things that take us away from being fully in awe of God. The thing is we can't be in awe of a multitude of things. It's called sacrifice. Such a heartwrenching word when it comes to being a Christian. We must sacrifice. We must be in awe of only the only one. The one who heals, comforts, loves and satisfies. We must be in awe. So as i end, I want to challenge you as you make the next decision, the next reaction, the next moment. Ask why. I want to remind myself, I want to remind you- there is nothing more splendid than being in awe of God. Nothing more satisfying. We are meant to live in awe. That should be our why. Until next time lovely. Gabrielle
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I want to update everyone on my brother briefly.
He is doing incredible. That is honestly all I can say. He was able to digest food and drinks 1 day before Christmas Eve, and by the grace of God the doctors sent him home so that he could spend Chrtistmas with our family. We are so blessed. I am constantly reminded-every time I see my brother- he is a miracle. Nothing short of it. We are so grateful. Thank you to all who have continued to pray for Noland. He is well, he is happy and he is healthy. Praising Jesus, Gabrielle Hello everyone. I know it has been a while since I have posted. But today seems to be a fitting day todo so. Friday the 18th, Noland was admitted into the hospital with bad stomach pain and vommitting. We were hopeful that it was just a sickness and nothing that was serious or in relation to his previous incident. After the CT scan, they doctors told us that he has a blockage in his intestines and they have yet to determine the next step. We are hopeful that they will not have todo another surgery, but we also realize that there is an all knowing God above who has the best planned for Noland. Sitting again in a cold hospital room brings me back to the day that was full of uncertainties. It brings me back to the day where all we could do is have faith. All we could do is have hope. By being reminded of this I am continually in hope, and faithfully waiting for the next step. We don't know what's next, but I do know that Noland is strong, so strong, and so is our Father. This morning, waking up with a bunch of friends who I love and love me was the best way to start my birthday. They fill my heart with joy. As the day went on the joy diffused, as the circumstances were an affect on my happiness. When I walked into the hospital room i wasn't joyful, I was sad, I was almost angry. I kept asking "God why are you putting Noland through this? Hasn't he been through enough pain?". I was uncertain. I was scared. But sitting now, looking at his face sleeping, I see a face that is so strong, a heart that is so pure and a life that is so blessed. I must keep this in mind when the enemy fills me with doubts. We must stay strong, like Noland, a person with so many reasons to be complaining, but yet doesn't say a word. Let us rejoice, let us have joy, even in sorrows, even in our worries. Let us see that our uncertainties are certain with Jesus. So, no, this day was not my "ideal" plan, but God intended for this day to happen. And in the waiting and in the uncertainties, let us be certain that we serve a great God who deserves praise even in our uncertain circumstances. Let us see that the best is yet to come and until the day we breathe our last breath we must strive to be certain in Christ our Lord. praying faithfully, Gabrielle |
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