Who is my God??

Again I am where I was at the beginning of the summer. I was sorry to leave Northland, sorry to say goodbye, but knowing that God had a plan for the summer, even though I had no clue what that plan would be. I am so thankful that God doesn't always reveal a few steps down the road, but just the next one that I need to take. I would never have thought at the beginning of the summer that I'd be where I was--learning a new job, working in the jail ministry, things that I could never have forseen, but I am so thankful that God's ways are so much higher and greater than mine. The last few days I've become discouraged thinking about not being able to go back to Northland in the fall. Hearing of everyone returning makes me wish that I was going back too. Then I stop and think--who is my God?? Does He not have a plan for me?? Is there not a reason why I'm not going back to Northland right away?? Just like He had a plan for this summer--He has a plan for the time that I have out of school--saving. I've been mulling over this thought in my mind for a while--many of the problems that we have in our lives as believers are of our own making, and they are because we have a wrong view of God. Complete trust doesn't mean hanging on to our own little "strongholds" we build--not even holding on with a pinky--it's letting go completely, because we know that the One who created us is the one who saved us and sustains us.

Jesus, I am resting, resting

Just was thinking about this song--

Jesus I am resting, resting,
in the joy of what Thou art,
I am finding out the greatness
of Thy loving heart...

Today was my first day at a new job. I was so excited and a little nervous (as with most changes, there are always the "unknowns") I have learned so much already, and am eager to learn more.

I was just recalling the other day---the events of this summer. There have been many things going on, much to think about, decisions to make, and lots of time waiting. I am so amazed when I see how the Lord has provided again and again for my needs and even many of my wants. It seems like it was just yesterday that I was packing to return home from Northland, and then I think of all the things that have happened--whew!!! Time sure does fly!!