Have you ever tried to find one of your favorite websites, only to discover it was under construction? Ever tried a familiar route, only to find it road blocked because of a major reconstruction of what was once there? There are times when reconstruction is necessary and vital for something to be productive once again. Due to the process of reconstruction something can be made better than it was before so it will be even more effective for future use. This is exactly what God is doing in my life during this season. As he pulls me away from normal busy activity and the stresses and pressures of life, he is working something great inside of me. He is renewing my strength, restoring my soul, reviving my life, renewing my mind, revitalizing my perspective, rebuilding my faith and hope in Him, refreshing me with His Spirit, reminding me of His promises, and refocusing me on seeking His face above all things.
What an amazing thing it is to have a master potter for a Father and Creator! He knows how to shape and form his vessels of clay that they may bring him even more honor and glory. Sometimes I protest such reshaping, as it requires getting rid of some old ways of thinking, living, and being that have become quite comfortable. Yet I know that He who is the potter, should not be questioned by one who is merely clay(Isaiah 29:16;45:9;64:8). So after some wrestling, I surrender to him and say…”Do with my life what you will, that it may bring you glory.” There is much molding and shaping left to do but I am thankful that he who has started a good work in me is faithful to complete it(Philippians 1:6).
”Lord, may you radically reconstruct me according to your good purposes for my life.”
Ephesians 2:10″For we are God’s workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do.”
Mandi said,
January 30, 2011 at 4:57 PM
Amen sister! I am going through many of the same lessons. Being changed is hard. But He is worth it! I’m realizing that I have prayed dangerous things: that I and others would be changed at all costs, no matter how much I have to suffer. He is teaching me perseverance, and thankfulness in trials, and trust in His power and goodness when I cannot control things. And I experience His great love and grace more when I am weak and make mistakes. Praising Him for all this in my life and in yours. Thanks for sharing friend.