Season of Waiting

I received a text today from a friend and she said, "Um... have you dropped off the face of the earth, blogging babe??" Haha!! I really am still here. Just taking it easy this week. For weeks, and I mean, weeks, I've been going non-stop!! I've enjoyed it, but I am tired.

First of all, I must tell you that I've been trying to write this post for a few days. Just trying to think about what I want to tell you. When I began blogging back in 2008, my blog was used as a way to keep up with my family and friends that didn't "facebook." Then my baby cousin got really sick and went through mulitple heart procedures and I used the blog as a way to update about her progress, post prayer needs, etc. And almost two years later (after the blog started) I have truly found my place for this season of life and I want to share as much about my life as I can. The good, the bad, the ugly, the spiritual, the emotional...all of me. So, this post is just kind of plain... nothing too exciting, but something that I feel like sharing because a few of you faithful readers may find yourself in the same boat, too!

As I mentioned in my last post, I had an incredible weekend with my youth family from my church. We had an amazing time studying God's word, spending time with each other, eating, eating and eating some more. It was CRAZY fun!

While we were in the conference, God revealed some things to me... MANY things actually. However, I think I came home with a totally new outlook for my 24 year old life and the way that I see things. I am in a season of waiting. Yes, I have a career. Yes, I have a fabulous family. Yes, I serve the most high God. Yes, I am blessed beyond measure. But, I continue to wait on the "next step" in my life.

I can honestly say that I've told God "NO" so many times to the things that He's placed in my life, only to find myself right smack dab in the middle of where He wants me and I don't necessarily want to be. And, slowly but surely, I find that I continually need to thank Him for directing my path into unknown territory because those situations have brought me great joy.

I also need to thank Him for all of the things that I've begged for, only to be told "no" by Him in some way or another. I want my life to truly glorify Him. He holds my life and knows what is best for me, but I have to trust Him... His plans... His time. Oh, how I'm such a better follower of Him now because I've had to trust Him and all of his "no's."

So whatever, wherever, however you're struggling today, I pray that you will listen to God and follow His will for your life-- even if it goes against what you want.

Father God, you are good. I don't think I can ever say that enough. There are so many people that are in a season of waiting. Lord, I thank you for all of the times that you've told me "No" and for all of the times that you've pushed me to draw closer to you because of a certain situation. You bring so much joy into my life and you've placed me in a city, a family, a church family, and a circle of friends and believers that constantly build me up. Thank you for not making our lives easy as believers. Thank you for making us work a little harder and most of all, thank you for never leaving our side and for loving us. We are yours!!