Life will treat you like a soccer ball and kick you all over the field if you try to control it. Many of us believe that the “free will” granted to us by the Almighty truly gave us authority over our lives. But, this my friend, is a false expectation to have and it will lead to a life of emptiness and void. No one knows how their life will end, but the one thing we hold on to is Faith.
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Faith is our assurance, that although we are blind, we trust that everything will work out for the greater good. Some of us have even stronger faith and believe that all things happen in accordance to the will of God. But, why do so many of us continue to make life plans?
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Why is it so important to know or to plan, what’s next? Does it provide some sense of security? Is it a part of our human nature to control things, even if we know the delegated authority we possess over our life is false?
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When I was younger, I used to believe that by making “life goals” and setting a time frame for completion, that I was trusting God to make them happen. However, after life kicked my butt up and down the soccer field time-after-time, I soon realized that God never instructed me to accomplish the items on that list.
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As I grew older, I began to change the way I approached life and I even adjusted the way I prayed. My prayers evolved on a spiritual level such as,
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“Father God, I come to you right now to say, thank you! Thank you for all you have done and for all the blessings you have showered me with. I’m not sure what’s next or what I’m supposed to do, so, I humbly ask for your guidance and direction. Please, provide me with clear signs on what I’m supposed to pursue as it relates to my purpose in life. Direct me towards the appropriate people, places, and circumstances that are aligned with your will for my life. I only want to make you proud. I only want to pursue what will make you happy and satisfied with who I have become. Remove everything within me, my mind, my body, and my spirit that is not sent or approved by you. I trust you, I love you, and your acceptance is all that matters to me. Father God, I thank you in advance for all that you have in store for me, in my life. If I stray from your path, please redirect me immediately and remove any thought, person, emotion, or feeling of doubt leading me away from you. These and all the blessings I pray in your son’s Jesus name, Amen!”
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It’s liberating how your life turns completely around when you hand over control to the one who holds all power. Personally, my life has not been the same since I handed over all my problems, anxiety, and doubt over to The Almighty. Perhaps, this testimony will help you, too.
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Thank you for reading and feel free to leave your comments below!
Thank you so much for sharing this ! It was just confirmation for me and the doubts and thoughts that I have been experiencing myself . That was a great prayer and so direct thank you for that !
Thank you so much brother. I’m so happy for you. You branched out, allowed Jesus Christ to be the head of ur life, you believed in yourself and achieved your goals, without bragging. You did exactly what GOD wanted you to do, and that was to share your story and to lead and guide others. Your success is a testament towards my daily living and I wanna thank you for that!. Keep teaching and sharing, don’t stop, You got this! Mother is smiling down on you because she always believed in you 😘😘😘😘
This is a great message! Many of us are not willing to admit that the desire to control is controlling us. It is ok and necessary to understand that we don’t have absolute control and to trust that God will guide us to the path that He would have us travel.
Yes this is amazing. Prayer changes things and having faith does to. I prayed about moving and living a better life with no negativity, specifically, not being miserable or feeling frustrated and left out. I feel as though everything is starting to fall in place and I know that He hasn’t brought me this far just for me to get distracted. I’m happy for you, your goals and your life changing situations. I love you my brother and as you use to tell me growing up”The Sky Is The Limit”. . It’s only right for me to stay focused, positive, motivated and prayed up because this year thus far has been really good to me…. Keep pushing and baby sis will always support you in anyway I can…
You were born to write…what an awesome testament you are for turning your pain into purpose! Your family must be proud. Keep going, sir!
I’m Honored you feel so strongly about my writing, my newly discovered gift! Continue follow my page and watch my growth. Thank you!
I can relate to you as far as having to withstand all of the ups and downs faced in life and understanding that the power of God is so strong if we open ourselves up and receive the love he has for us. Mathias, you are a motivational force and I know your mother is so proud of you till this day and I admire how you go above and beyond to be a incredible mentor to everyone you cross paths with. Congrats you are loved by plenty.
Thank you so much for your feedback! They say we have the strength within us to endure any obstacle that stands before us, but sometimes it takes someone on the outside to strengthen us!
Your words were a gift to me.
Fully Trusting in God is an ongoing battle, that I know I’m gonna lose. I thank you for your words as I continue to evolve in my prayer life. God Bless
The honor is all mine! Every day is a battle and some days are a bit easier than others. The goal is to never give up and to remain focused!
It is so much I want to say in this message…First, before making any decisions in life..seek God..I concur with that..As far as “free agents” God allows us to make decisions..your decisions or choices dictates where you end up in life..but his grace is sufficient when u messed up..one of my favorite scripture..I (God) am the vine..you are the branches..I in you and you in me can bear much fruit..without me you wither up like branches. Also, man plans his ways..God direct his steps..In closing everything is already foreseen by God..he already knows..continue to trust him…I am very proud of..Auntie
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I love it I love it yes I do! These are some powerful words, quoted to the right person, Our Heavenly Father must be proud of u, So am I, you definitely motivates and inspire me everytime I read this. Thank you!