I am like a small child struggling against her father, clinging ever so tightly to something I want - begging her Father not to take it away. But the Father knows what is best for her. He knows this thing she's clinging to isn't good for her. But instead of snatching it away and simply telling her, "No! You can't have this!" He wants her to make the choice. He knows that it is a lesson she must learn...a lesson that can only be taught by experience. So, He reasons with her - not just telling her why she needs to let it go but showing her how life would be so much better without this 'thing.' He knows how to best discipline His daughter so that she will grow and mature to make wise choices...after all He created her in His image and He knows her best.But as much as she desires to let this 'thing' go, as much as she desires to please her Father, she just can't seem to do so. It's so hard for her to give it up! Though she can see the good in letting it go, she can also see the good in keeping this thing in her life. But in keeping it, she will no doubt disappoint her Father. In keeping it, she risks disobedience. Outwardly, this thing shouldn't seem to have such a hold on her life should she keep it. However, the price for keeping it is huge...it will be a reflection of her heart...a reflection of her obedience, trust, and love for her Father. Though the choice seems easy to make - to give this thing up and please the Father - it isn't easy to her. It's so hard for her to relinquish this to her Father. It's so very difficult to just let this 'thing' go!
Then she reads, "Lord, we show our trust in You by obeying your laws; our hearts' desire is to glorify you!" Isaiah 26:9
She realizes her struggle is a reflection of her heart - who does she love more - her Father or this 'thing' in her life? She is gently reminded that her love for her Father is acted out by her obedience.
With this realization, the answer is clear. She loves her Father more, therefore, this thing has to go. It won't be easy, so she calls on her Father to help.
And true to His Word, her Daddy lifts her up in His loving arms, giving her the strength she needs to relinquish this 'thing' in her life. But a Father's job isn't finished, so He remains by her side, supporting her as she walks down life's challenging road - for He knows that the next 'thing' is just around the corner.
Whatever you are struggling with today, let it go...give it up to our Father who is far better and most capable of helping. Let Him deal with it - it's not worth struggling against Him on it. He is ALWAYS faithful to deliver on his promises! Trust Him and obey Him - He has your best interests in mind!
Grace and peace!
In His Love, Cathy
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