Matthew 11:28-30
Come to Me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take My yoke upon you and learn from Me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For My yoke is easy and My burden is light.
Sometimes we seem to have the idea that we are the ones who control our own destiny. In some sense this may be true, but it usually leads to catastrophe. Regardless of what the positive thinkers may teach, we will always fall short if we rely only on our own resources.
It is easier to say that we allow God to control our life than to act upon it. We have the best intentions of allowing the Lord to open doors and move mountains. Then we open our eyes to the fact that we have taken over the operation and have not consulted Him.
The way God communicates with us is primarily through His Word. Those who try to rely on visions or signs are easy prey to the enemy. They are also apt to lead the immature believers to follow them instead of seeking answers from the Lord Himself.
One passage has become a constant guide in my personal walk with the Lord. It is found in Proverbs 3:5-6. “Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to Him, and He will make your paths straight.”
May God richly bless you as you bless others by your words and actions!
– – – Pastor Cecil