For some of you that are not aware I am in a band that consists of my husband Greg, and my other best friends Drew and Becca. We lost our drummer quite a while ago and our bass player and piano player were soon to follow. This was very disheartening but we were glad that they were pursuing what the Lord felt they needed to be doing. Anyway through much prayer we still feel as though this is where the Lord is leading us. My passion nor desire to share His word through our music has wavered and I feel this is what we need to be pursuing. We've been diligently praying for a drummer to take the place of our old one and that the Lord would put the pieces together as long as we were doing our part in serving Him. We have a prospect but I feel as though it may not work out. I know that regardless I should trust in the Lord and whether or not it does, He will provide. I may just be reading this wrong, but I can't help but feel discouraged. :/ I know that the Lord has plans for us and that His timing is perfect in all circumstances but cannot help but wonder...when Lord?
A few days ago I was reading some background on a band I admire greatly. The last album Fireflight came out with was called For Those Who Wait which also happened to be the title of their hit single. Dawn (the lead singer) wrote about the reason for the title of the album and why she's encouraging Christians to stop taking matters into their own hands when God does not deliver right when they want Him too, but to stop and be patient in His timing. At the time I did not understand the battle I would be facing today, but am glad that I had read that in order for the Lord to bring it to the forefront of my mind as a reminder that He has everything under control. In honor of this same thought process, two summers ago I worked at a summer camp and wrote a song called Provider. I will share the lyrics to not only remind me of God's faithfulness, but to encourage you to trust in the Lord's timing as well.
Provider - Meg Hudson
where am I headed well I don't know
but I trust in You wherever I go
every step I'll follow You
no matter what we go through
everyday is a new adventure
I love not knowing or being sure
of what's ahead of me, I trust in You
to provide for me in all I do
cause I know Your grace is sufficient for me
and I know You'll provide for all I need
You've led me this far I trust in You
You're all I need, You're all I need
and I know You're timing is perfect for me
so I won't doubt the things I can't see
You have everything that I'll ever need
ya You have my heart, You have my heart
around the corner is something new
but this is not a surprise for You
step by step, day by day
I'm surprised I've never lived this way
there is still a little more work to do on it but as of now I am thankful for the reminder that the Lord has led me this far and I have not fallen. That He has my heart and as long as I keep my eyes focused on Him that He will stand true on His promises. Romans 8:28 "And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love Him..." I trust in this Lord and I trust that You have good things in store for us no matter where that may be. May my faith not waver and my hope be completely in You.
til later...
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