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GET READY FOR YOUR CHANGE
By Cynthia Murray
Change happens to us all. It's an integral and necessary part of life. Sometimes the changes that we experience are good and sometimes they are not so good. We don't always want or expect some of the changes that occur in our lives, but one thing to remember is that all things, all things, ALL things...work together for the good of those who love the Lord and are called according to His purpose. (Romans 8:28). That means that no matter what happens in your life, good or bad, God will use it to bless you. What the devil means for evil, God will turn around for your good!
What change are you going through now? Are you getting married or divorced? Are you having a baby or is your baby going off to college? Have you lost a loved one with whom you shared all of your days? Are you being laid off of getting promoted to a new and exciting position? All of these changes require you to to take these quintessential steps to make it successfully through your change:
1. Trust God. God wants the very best for you and your future. He wants you to grow and overcome every obstacle. The will of the Lord concerning you is that you would prosper and be in health even as your soul prospers. III John 1:2.
2. Don't be afraid. God told Joshua before he led the children of Israel over the Jordan into the Promised Land (Joshua 1:9) not to be afraid, but rather to be strong and very courageous. God reassured him that He would be with them wherever they went.
3. Seek the advice of Godly people who can give you sound words of wisdom. Do not ask for spiritual advice from unbelievers. Their advice will not be in line with God's word and can lead you astray. For example, when your spouse is not treating you well, an ungodly friend might tell you to go out and sleep with someone else to "get what you need" or to get back at the other person. DANGER! This will lead to more sorrow and misery than you can imagine. Blessed is the man who doesn't walk in the counsel of the ungodly..." Psalm 1:1.
4. Take it slow. Rome wasn't built in a day. The changes that you are experiencing may take some time until you are extremely comfortable with your new position, status, etc. Give yourself permission to go at your own pace, nobody else's. Do not let people convince you to go faster than you are ready to go. Everything will fall into place in God's time.
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Scriptures to study: Hebrews 13:5
Memory verse: Romans 8:28
