MIDWEEK MESSAGE – January 10, 2024

Years ago, someone once told me that there were two things we should never pray for. One was more tolerance, and the other was patience. They explained that when we pray for these virtues, the universe gives us opportunities to grow in those areas. I have had a problem with patience in the past, and I continually have to work on it.

I often have said that being in that place of the unknown is the most uncomfortable place to be. So, the Universe, or God being Its benevolent Self, allowed me to practice patience.

Back in August, I made a decision to pursue a goal for my future. Now, in January, I am still waiting for an answer. There is nothing more I can do but wait to find out what the result will be.

While waiting, I have learned that I need to use this time to continue doing what I believe God‘s will for me is – which is to serve God and others in the present moment and under the present circumstances.

So, in this time of the unknown, I can practice gratitude for the beautiful place I live in, some new opportunities to serve, to meet many wonderful people, and to cultivate new friendships. And so, although I would love to know what is next, patience teaches me a lesson in being okay in the unknown.

Like the Israelites in the desert, I am no longer in Egypt, and the promised land is just something unknown in some distant future. The one thing I do know is that God is always with me and working towards my good.

I am grateful for this time not just to practice patience but also to practice complete trust in the God of my understanding.

Quote of the Week

“Rivers know this: there is no hurry. We shall get there some day.”

A.A. Milne