This is so amazing to think about because it is so true. When we are self learners our hearts are full and we are ready for anything that happens to us. The tree planted near the river bed never had to worry about water or the source of their nourishment, which is how it is when we are full of the Spirit. Good or bad things that happen don’t make us weary we are able to still be a light and be Christ like in character. We can still mourn but we are solid in our faith and we press forward to see how we can be used. I love Job’s first response to the loss of all his kids and livestock.
In chapter 1 verse 21 he says, “I came naked from my mothers womb, and I will be naked when I leave. The Lord gave me what I had, and the Lord has taken it away. Praise the name of the Lord.”
He was sad and grieving but never blamed God, he praised Him. Giving God some time is good, but devoting to Him is when we really transform. Just think of anything you do; the more time you put in the easier and better it is. There is no difference with our walk with the Lord. As we mature it should be easier to live in obedience to what God show us in the word. We can truly transform to be Christ like as we are told needs to happen. Are the things that God desires from us always getting in the way of what we desire? Do we get frustrated every time the tuff topics are talked about or do we find ways to help people follow Christ? I want true peace that only comes from the Lord and totally surrendering to Him. Sometimes that means I don’t get what I want or I need to do something for someone else. We need to open our hearts and truly die to self. Amen