Thursday, June 9, 2011

My dearest God,

What is it about the human condition that stifles us? Why is it sometimes hard to adapt to situations? What is the key to being flexible and going with the flow?

I have felt trapped inside by the heat. My trip back home has been wonderful with family but suffocating otherwise. I am sure it is difficult for most people but my health is dramatically affected by it and I feel stuck inside. When I do go out for just a minute, I feel immediately tired and if I'm not careful my body starts shutting down. We keep all the curtains and shades closed to keep the house as cool as possible. That's exactly what I do but this time I just feel closed in, hindered, trapped.

I do believe, dear God, that you provide opportunities for us to seize life in new ways. I believe you want us to adapt, to change, to trust, and to go forward in life. I believe situations are change makers or at least potential ones. I believe I need to pause, reflect, trust, and have faith in order to have the most meaningful life possible. If I resist, whine, cry out, complain, and act stubbornly, I will not be able to take advantage of the chances you give for growth and celebration. I will miss the gifts waiting for me.

O God,
teach me
to be patient,
to trust,
and to
be faithful.
Teach me
your ways
so I
can learn
to leave
my own way behind.
Forgive me
when I fail
to trust.
I give thanks
to you,
Great Teacher.

Love, Andrea