This year, for the most part, has been a time of transition. It has seen some of the things that the Lord had spoken to my spirit come to pass. A couple of years ago He spoke to me that my time was coming to pastor. This has been a time of training and developing a more sensitive ear to the voice of the Lord.
As I have thought about this I have been reminded of Joshua. Joshua was placed by God to serve under an incredible leader to develop him, for God's perfect time. I am sure there had to have been times that Joshua wondered if it was going to happen. I could imagine he wondered why it wasn't in his timing! I can identify with that. I knew God had spoken to me, and wanted it on my time table, but it wasn't God's timetable.
I wonder how many of us find ourselves in the same place? How many of us feel like we have a word from God, and His timing is not our timing. I am a firm believer that I wasn't ready when I thought I was, and God certainly knew that. I also know, that without His help, I am not ready now either. However, I know I can do all things through Christ, and it is God who called me, and set me apart for this time. My challenge to you, is to simply trust God through your times of waiting. Know that He knows the perfect time, place and people He wants to put in your path. Simply trust Him, and He will direct your path!
Glenda and I love you very much, and we look forward to being able to serve you for years to come!
