It was a pretty ordinary day. There were lists to make, laundry to do, spring cleaning to continue, a work-out to complete, emails to answer, plans to confirm, errands to run and other routine activities.
Just before lunch, Tim reminded me of last week's package, which I had not yet opened. Another package from the same organization arrived in today's mail. I receive packages from the AACC periodically and usually wait until I find ample time to review all the information.
I later opened both packages and was thrilled to find the latter one included my newest membership renewal papers. They have arrived annually for years so they are not a huge surprise but always enjoyable and encouraging.
Since I was a teenager, I have had a dream, a passion and a calling, to care for the hurting. At first, I considered high school guidance counseling. (I love that age group!) Then I thought I would pursue private practice. Yet as the years unfolded, I realized my true passion is crisis and trama counseling. With each horrible event exposed over the past decade, (9/11, Columbine shooting, Virginia Tech Massacre, accidents which claim lives of teens, children and loved ones, hurricanes and so many others), I became increasingly aware of the urgent needs of victims, first responders, families, etc..
So why was today any different? I really can't explain it. I just know that when I reviewed the first package of periodicals, news, etc, my heart was stirred by the news and updates. But when I opened the second package and saw the renewed certificate, card, etc....I felt a peace wash over me that was unquestionably from my Heavenly Father. I sensed His reassurance, His love and His faithfulness. I was reminded of His Presence yesterday, today...and tomorrow. Although I have no earthly idea how it will unfold, He does...and I must surrender to His plan, His will, His Master design and His timing.
Not in an audible way, but in an absolute way, I knew His message was..."Terri, I've got this. Trust Me." Plain. Simple. Peaceful. Solid. I have sensed His Presence before. This was no exception.
He knows His plans for my life. As I continue to search His will on multiple levels, I am often overwhelmed, concerned and uncertain about so many details. But He is not. He is already aware and working it all out. Whatever happens, I will trust Him. He's got it all under control and He will make a way. May I remember that He is my focus, my King, my Shepherd and my Rock. I will wait. I will listen. I will hope..,in Him. <3~thl
Jeremiah 29: 11>13
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