Trust

Why is it so difficult to trust God? I acknowledge He created the universe, which includes me. I know He sent His son to save us. Truth. So this stupid house is for sale, and I just want someone to come and buy it. I want it to be overwith. And so I am hit with scripture:

1 Peter 3:14But even if you should suffer for what is right, you are blessed. "Do not fear what they fear ; do not be frightened."

1 Peter 4:12 Dear friends, do not be surprised at the painful trial you are suffering, as though something strange were happening to you.

1 Peter 5:10And the God of all grace, who called you to his eternal glory in Christ, after you have suffered a little while, will himself restore you and make you strong, firm and steadfast.

I know God has a plan for our house. My prayer is that whomever buys it is blessed to live there and share memories with their family as much as we have over the last 6+ years. I pray that God will continue to use that house for His glory, no matter who lives there. I do know that He has used this house to grow us in His love an mercy and grace since the day we bought the property. And so I continue to work toward trusting Him more.

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K said…
Thanks for the reminder. I cried all the way home last night because my paycheck is already spent on bills and I was on empty on my gas tank.... somehow, my gas tank was full this morning, Thank you Matt and Tracy, Praise God!
January 15, 2009 at 8:48 AM
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