All of us have little quirks about us that make us who we are and those quirks are what shape each chapter of our lives. When we're writing these chapters we have to choose what and who is important to us. What are my priorities? How much can I take on this season? What kind of change do I need? Every now and then something that may be the right thing for you may be tough for another person; or something that may benefit someone you love may hurt you. Regardless, a difficult decision has to be made at times and we have to trust that God will decide what is best across the table.
I'm not sure if you like to read - I've become a bookworm recently. Most books (unless you're reading some horror novel or sob story - not me!) contain at least a chapter or a few with some tragedy, hardship, or loss; however, typically after this tragedy, hardship, or loss, the light begins to show at the end of the tunnel and a new and better circumstance introduces itself to the protagonist... but sometimes the light never shows.
In my struggles, I've learned a few things. The most important lesson I've picked up on is reflected in a passage from 1 Thessalonians, Chapter 5 that says, "Always be joyful. Never stop praying. Be thankful in all circumstances, for this is God's will for you who belong to Christ Jesus. (verses 16-18)" We can't control much - if anything - and we have no choice but to let God take control. Besides, only He can see the big picture; we can't color inside the lines unless we let Him show us where they are.
As we close each chapter, we have to remember to be thankful for the memories we've made, the loves we've lost, and the lessons we've learned. After all, without these, we'd have nothing on which to build. When the page is turned a new chapter begins, be light-hearted, excited, and thankful to God for your blessings that are too numerous to count.
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