At 78 years old I should not be amazed by God anymore – but I still am, perhaps even more so because I can see His Hand better than I used to do.
Last Sunday God showed His Gracious Hand twice. First when I was given the privilege of bringing the Dream Team devotion before service. I had written three devotions for that morning before I settled on the one about Surrender.
Paul speaks of surrender in Galatians 2:20: “I have been crucified with Christ; it is no longer I who live, but Christ lives in me; and the life which I now live in the flesh I live by faith in the Son of God, who loved me and gave Himself for me.”
I spoke about surrendering our will and picking up God’s will. There are many challenges to do that, such as fear of losing control and lack of courage. Letting go of our will is a choice and also means we leave the outcomes in God’s Hands.
As I am “preaching” to the beautiful volunteers gathered around, I realize that I am also “preaching” to myself – remembering that “You have to live it to give it.”
I came home from Sunday Service and began to look at what I have failed to surrender. I trust the LORD to show me and help me through that process. Amen
