Praise God for struggles

Man, it’s been a crazy week.  Satan has been right at my heels all week and today was the domino effect of it all.  As I was sinking in all of my frustration, God prompted me to meet up with a friend.  It was a coffee date randomly planned earlier in the week, but God knew the day I was going to have.  His complete perfection gave me exactly what I needed, as always.  My friend and I sat in God’s presence and read the Bible.  I chose Galatians, but really, God chose that for me.  As I was closing up the chapter, this is what I read, “From now on let no one cause trouble for me, for I bear on my body the brand-marks of Jesus.  The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with your spirit.”  Could that be any more perfect?  Well…

 

As I came back to work to finish the day, God had more planned.  I came across another friend in my very situation.  I was able to fully share with them what God had just laid on my heart.  That amazing moment that gave me such peace. So, not only did it change my outlook and my heart, but I got to share it with someone else.  It was amazing!  Man, if only we could always realize our purpose at all times, even within the struggle.  Imagine what God could do, how the world would change.  For now, I will praise God for his moments, because they change my life.  I’m refreshed, alive and loving God for blessing me with His Spirit!  What a day!