Whether it’s facing a difficult season, an uncomfortable situation, or a frustrating relationship in our fallen world these types of problems are all too common. And we often react to them in two predictable ways:
We worry, or we try to control.
In some ways, these are opposite reactions. Worry is mostly passive and control is mostly active yet, it’s quite possible to do both at the same time. Often we are in situations that have no solution and no end with someone who gets under our skin or completely takes us out of our comfort zone. We may not see a way out, but we can give God the space to work by creating opportunities for God’s influence and guidance in our lives. We can let Him be actively involved in our lives.
This involves trusting Him being open to His direction and actively seeking His presence through prayer, reading His Word, and fellowshipping with Him. God’s work may be subtle, and often unseen, but He operates in ways beyond our immediate understanding.
He always leaves me in awe when I see things He has done in the past when I thought He wasn’t making a way for me through a struggle when indeed His had. We can’t always see the full picture or predict the outcome. We should give God some space in our lives by allowing Him to work His way.
Giving God space to work is about creating a life that is open and receptive to His presence and influence allowing Him to move in ways that will bring purpose to our lives.
From Pity to Praise 