June 10, 2016

Not Why But What

I've had some computer issues lately and some time issues prohibiting me from blogging. It's been on my mind but things have been crazy busy. We are finally living in the new house but there is still much unpacking and settling in to do along with minor things to still finish construction wise. (baseboards, hanging interior doors, installing ceramic tile by door, on hearth and around garden tub)

Now to the title. I have learned over the years (tho I still have to stop myself some times) not to ask "Why Lord?". "Why is this happening?" I've learned to first check myself to see if I harbor any un-confessed sin. I've also learned to not ask why but what? What do you need me to learn Lord? What can be used from this to help me or others or glorify God? 

Trials, bad things happen for many reasons. Sometimes it is just because of foolish or selfish choices we've made. Sometimes it is God getting our attention. Sometimes Satan is attacking. Sometimes it is for influence of others around us. Sometimes it is a trying of our faith. Sometimes it is for training for our future. Whatever the reason, God is in it, you can be assured of that! 

Asking "why?" will drive you crazy. It is much more constructive to ask what. It brings you out of self pity mode and moving towards helping yourself. 

Just a thought for you to consider. 


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