God is Faithful to the Diligent
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“But the desires of the diligent are fully satisfied” (Proverbs 13:4, NIV).
Life sometimes has a way of clouding our vision and keeping us in a fog. Day to day survival requires hard work, sometimes with a job or an environment that steals our joy. We hear stories of others chasing their dreams and becoming wildly successful while our own dreams fall silent.
Our deepest desire may be to get out of debt, to lose weight, to control our temper, or reunite with estranged friends or family, but there are no quick fixes. We quickly learn that our dragons are not easily slain.
Sometimes we wonder why it matters. Are we making a difference after all? The finish line to this particular path is so far in the distance, we consider it unattainable. It is important to recognize that it takes a long term commitment to make permanent changes in our lifestyle. Diligence brings perseverance, as well as a host of other rewards that are well worth the wait.
Changes are made one step at a time, one day at a time and one minute at a time. By showing up each day, we prove to God that we are diligent, that we trust that He is leading us. Even better, we prove that we are willing to follow.
Dear God, show us where you are in the midst of our current trials. We want you to be a part of every facet of our lives. We long to honor you with our choices, and live the abundant life you promised. But today, we see no signs of abundance. If you promise to lead us from here to there, we promise to follow. In Jesus name, Amen
Questions: Are you feeling discouraged and wondering if what you are doing really matters? Tell us about it. What do you consider should be your first step to help improve your situation?
About the author Janet Morris Grimes
It’s really awesome how God provides me with the message that I need each day. It struck me again today how he know me… how he speaks to me.. and how he cares for me. I’ve been waiting on something (a career type thing) and confess that I’ve been doing more of moping than praying. Thank you very much.
This was just what I needed today. God is showing me that when I am diligent, He will make things happen. I am going through a seperation as well, and I keep trusting that God will work it out. I know that God has the plans and purposes for my life. Right now, I am going through the valley, but I will come out on the mountain.
Janet, thank you for your encouraging words.
Thank you all for your comments. Judy, Your diligence and commitment in the lives of others will pay off, but take care of yourself first, as Jesus commanded. If you are empty, you have nothing left to pour into the lives of others.
Broken, I responded to you in an individual email with a blog address that may help you. Praying for complete healing for you and your children. One tomorrow at a time, He will take care of your needs.
And Julie, writing is what led me to this devotional in the first place. Some days, I wonder if I am accomplishing anything at all. But I hear this voice urging me to keep writing, honoring God with my words.
May God reveal His power in a beautifully personal way to each of you today.
Thank you for your clear,God-inspired words. For me, being on a plateau not only in my struggle to lose weight, but my writing career, this is what I needed God to whisper in my heart today.
I’ve been praying for my estranged husband to return to the Lord and to our family (we have two small children) for 2 years. He tells me he’s going to file for divorce and has a girlfriend. He has harshly expressed his desires to not even consider reconciliation or marriage counseling. I know I have to let him go, but its hard to pray for restoration and let go at the same time. I am very discouraged and wonder if I should just be the one to file for a divorce. I have biblical grounds, but in my heart it is not what I truly would like to happen. Today I meet with a lawyer to discuss what my rights are and to come to a conclusion. I am tormented and broken.
Yes, I am wondering and have been for a very long time if my life is counting for anything, especially, in God’s Kingdom. I have so many dragons, as you so aptly put it, to slay. I feel as though I am drifting from day to day without a vision but I keep asking God to, please, give me a vision because “without a vision people perish”. I have been dabbling in this and that…can’t seem to find my place. I am now 61 years of age and I am still trying to find those “Golden Years” people talk about. I use to be the type of person who knew what she wanted and went after it. My “Grown” kids are still relying on me to help take care of their children which I don’t mind but they really do take advantage of the situation…long story, won’t go into it. Then I feel like a good-for-nothing Grandmother for not just jumping up and now to help take care of them each time I turn around. I love my Grand kids very much but their divorced parents can keep me in a tight…it is like, I am not suppose to have a life.