Twelve Steps Of Aa Step Three Turned Our Will And Our Lives Over (2)
Tuesday October 17, 2017
We will begin to understand the will of God for us through reading the Bible, following good counsel from pastors, sponsors and Christian friends who have faithfully walked with God for a time. As we regularly replace our will with God’s will and plan for our lives, our daily walk will take on new meaning and bring us deep satisfaction.
For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future. I have loved you with an everlasting love; I have drawn you with unfailing kindness. (Jeremiah 29:11; 31:3 NIV)
Turning our will and our life over to the care of God is not simply asking God to bless what we believe and determine we should do. It is actively researching the Bible for what God says brings satisfaction in life and applying what we have learned. Because of His love for us, God warns us to stay away from those things that He knows will injure us. God’s principles for living are not twisted by wounds and resentments and shame and fear but are founded on His unfailing love for us. As we build on that foundation, life will change and become more fulfilling.
Because of our faith, Christ has brought us into this place of undeserved privilege where we now stand, and we confidently and joyfully look forward to sharing God’s glory. We can rejoice, too, when we run into problems and trials, for we know that they help us develop endurance. And endurance develops strength of character, and character strengthens our confident hope of salvation. (Romans 5:2-4 NLT)
We will grow in our faith and blessings will flow into our lives as we choose to trust in God and see how good He really is.
Prayer: Heavenly Father, Sometimes I feel annoyed and stretched by the unfamiliar ways you lead me. However today I once again humbly admit, “God, You know better than I do. Even though I may not feel like doing what you say, I will trust you and make adjustments according to Your word.” Amen
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