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Trusting God With All My Heart
By Kim | January 19, 2008
When I first decided to use this Blog to record my thoughts, feelings, and experiences as I learn and grow as a person, I was a little apprehensive about publicly postings for everyone to read. However, trusting God to help me deal with one of my biggest challenges - strengthening my ability to express myself to others as I continue to get to know myself - pushed me forward.
That got me to thinking about trusting God with all my heart. I really didn’t start to build my relationship with God until several years ago, so trusting him didn’t come easy. Granted, I believe in his magnificence and firmly believe that he controls all; however, I struggled with knowing when to do my part versus when to put my life in his hands. That’s when I realized that trusting God meant placing my life in his hands first and always.
I think back to February 2006 when I took my first big leap in trusting God. I decided to give up an almost six-figure income (a job I absolutely hated) with no new income prospects in sight. This was the scariest decision I’ve ever made, especially as I have a family depending on me. I remember praying constantly for God’s help and guidance.
By trusting God, I knew I made the right decision, because I had (and still do) have such a sense of peace. I still am blown away by the calmnest, peace, and joy I have in spite of the unknown. It’s amazing how God works in our lives if we just trust him. Anyway, he continues to provide all my needs and every morning I thank him for the many blessings he continues to deliver. For instance, I knew that I needed to find a new job by a certain date. With no networking (other than with God), he placed the perfect position in my path.
Trusting God to deliver, I got the job. There is so much more I can write about trusting God, but just know this - you have to believe, you have to trust, and you have to do so with all of your heart.
Time to time, I still struggle with trusting God in certain areas of my life. However, just like always, he shows me that trusting him is the best thing I could ever do. Over and over, he’s taken away my worries, helped me find opportunity, and filled me with a peace that I’ve only imagined. If I ever only have one gift or skill to bestow upon my kids it is this - I want them trusting God with all their hearts as well. Thank you, Father - for being there and coaxing me to share what’s in my heart.
Topics: Spirituality |
