I think God has always used other people in my life so that I can know Him better. I can sit across from someone, and see God working in their life so clearly. As they talk about a difficult situations, or doubts, or why God would allow something to happen in their life….I can look at them and have no question as to God being a part of their life. And that God has a purpose, and He is not silent, or angry, or disinterested. As I communicate that to the person, I believe it fully. So, when I look at my own life, why is it so hard to believe that it is the same God? That when I’m confused, or questioning of what He is doing…why can I not see the same God that is in another person’s life? He is the same God, unchanging. I look at my circumstances, or what I’m feeling, and I start to form what I think God based on those. So I have to have these people in my life - I have to have this perspective of a loving God that I see in another person’s life. Because my own doubts, insecurities and weak faith keep me from seeing Him fully.
thanks,
sue
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Sue, what you said really resonated with me! I think we can see other people’s challenges and issues more clearly because we’re able to be objective. When I don’t have such a vested interest in specific outcomes, it’s easier to maintain a balanced perspective and see God’s hand in the circumstances.
But I know I have blind spots when it comes to my own challenges and issues. It’s that nature (as a fallen human being) to want complete control over my own destiny — and to wonder why God didn’t come through for me when I don’t get the results I was looking for.
As you said, I need other people in my life to help me focus on the big picture. With that balanced point of view, I can see more clearly what God is up to, and what He’s trying to do in me and through me. And that’s when I remember that I’m not really in control, and that it’s not all about me anyway.
Thanks for reminding me.