"It is a great thing to learn faith: that is, simple dependence upon God." -J.B. Stoney.
Stoney also writes, "I believe the Lord allows many things to happen on purpose to make us feel our need of Him. The more you find Him in your sorrows or wants, the more you will be attached to Him and draw away from this place where the sorrows are, to Him in the place where He is."
As I read these thoughts, my heart softens and my strife ceases. It is as though my Father says, "I know it is hard right now, but let me tell you what I have in store for you. Come, sit here and tell me your burdens. Your dreams."
Whether feeling confident or insecure, I am learning to trust the unseen hands that support me in my trials, push aside the obstacles, and guide me along the path that produces a life of eternal significance.
Stoney also writes, "I believe the Lord allows many things to happen on purpose to make us feel our need of Him. The more you find Him in your sorrows or wants, the more you will be attached to Him and draw away from this place where the sorrows are, to Him in the place where He is."
As I read these thoughts, my heart softens and my strife ceases. It is as though my Father says, "I know it is hard right now, but let me tell you what I have in store for you. Come, sit here and tell me your burdens. Your dreams."
Whether feeling confident or insecure, I am learning to trust the unseen hands that support me in my trials, push aside the obstacles, and guide me along the path that produces a life of eternal significance.
