Understanding the Past and Hopeful for the Future

Often I reflect back on my life thus far and reflect. For me, my reflection is based on how much my life has changed in the last two years. I got married, left my job I had for six years, and moved across the country. I would have never imagined my life changing so fast and so drastically! As I reflect back I have two important thoughts. First, when I was in the storm of change, everything seemed so simple and easy. I remember during those few weeks of packing, saying “goodbye” to all my friends and family, and traveling, I always saw this as a new chapter, and one that God designed for me. I remember praying and being thankful because I knew this was right for my life right now. Of course I was sad sometimes and homesick, but those feelings were surpassed by the feeling of peace I felt when I was alone in a new place with no one I knew, except my husband. It is during those times I felt peace from God by being in His will. I gained strength and courage to make every bit of this time out here an adventure and a time to grow. It is during these times of peaceful reflection that I understand God has a specific purpose for me moving away from everyone I know. To put it simply, there are areas in my life I would have never grown in, had I not married my husband and moved away from everything I knew. This brings me to my second thought during my reflections; I am so excited about what is to come! I would have never imagined all the life changes that have occurred, which makes me even more excited about everything new! 1 Corinthians 2:9 says “ But, as it is written, “What no eye has seen, nor ear heard, not the heart of man imagined, what God has “prepared for those who love him”. We will never know what our future holds. There will be great joy and sadness I am afraid. However, what I do know is God is with us. He has planned every specific thing in our life and He will be with you and me. There have been great times of happiness and times of great learning lessons and growth. There is a specific plan for each of us and we have a specific part in God’s design. We will never be able to plan everything, life will happen. In those times I hope you and I will come to a place of peace and thankfulness even when times are rough. Find strength in what God has blessed and taught you thus far so that you continue to praise and honor our King. God Bless!