Gentle Whispers

One of my favorite "quotes" on Facebook right now is actually one of my own. My little white box on the side says- "God quietly whispers to my heart with a smirk on his face-- "When I act, who can reverse it?" -Isaiah 43:13"
How AWESOME is that?

"When I act, who can reverse it?"

Our God is a great, big God. I've been hearing that all summer! And here I am, back at the dorms--blogging in my free time (like I used to!) And I sit alone, without a supper, without a family, without a significant other, without camp, without whatever it is I'm looking for. But one true thing remains -- God is THERE. I believe the Hebrew name for God in this instance is Eternal Jehovah Shammah--The LORD is there. No matter what.

But that's not the point of this blog. The point is, God has an ultimate plan for everything in our lives. Not just some of it. ALL.
Moving back to the Dorms was a HUGE step for me. A lot has happened in the last 8 months of my life, leading me to realize that I am not in control--and giving up this control to a sovereign God is not as easy as it sounds. When apartment plans fell through, I knew it had to be a God-thing. My good friend kept asking, "Did you pray about it?" No.
He was always right. I NEEDED to pray about it.

As time passed, I realized that living in the Dorms would more than likely be best for me. I'm still working on my leadership and social skills, and the Dorm would be a great place to work on that. (In fact, I am now an Unofficial CC...feels GREAT!) :)
Even the whole thing with being single. I'll admit, it was not exactly what I wanted, but something I knew God wanted for my life for now. I needed to be single, set my focus on Him alone, and allow God to weave His perfect plan. Still hard to fathom why, but I am realizing each day that there was a purpose to that. People leave our lives for a reason, and new people enter in with a renewed purpose.
Going to camp this summer was not a part of my plans either. I was advised by my family not to go to camp, but then was granted permission to apply at last notice. It was such a joy! I lived every minute to the fullest--never knowing if this would be the last time I work at camp. I feel like I have truly grown these last 3 months. Coming into this school year, I feel more prepared, and not afraid to move forward. I have a sense that I can be somewhat of a leader this Dorm-year, rather than just an introverted "follower". I can't wait.

Early this morning I was crying, because I don't know if I will be returning to be with the church I love. The Church--the people. They are such a great fellowshiping group, but I know deep in my heart that I probably should not return. The last 2 times I have gone have been offending sermons. I looked up at God, wondering why I would have to leave. It is so hard to find a church. I love Highland because of the preaching and music. I love Christ Community because of the fellowship and people. What do I choose? What do I do? It will be so lonely at Highland, but the preaching will be solid. I gazed my eyes toward heaven and whispered quietly-- "Why? What now?"

And God sent a soft whisper in return--

"Trust Me. Trust Me.
When I act, who can reverse it?"

His perfect plan. He knows what's next. When He acts, NO ONE can reverse it!