A learning process...

We affectionately called them "light bulb" or "ahh haa" moments!  While teaching, it was a thrill to see students "get it."  It was obvious in their facial expressions, body language and enthusiasm.  We knew...that they knew...and the joys of those moments built a foundation for future moments, too. 

I must admit.  I also love those "ahh haa" moments!  The more I learn, the more I want to learn.  Yes, I was the child that asked questions relentlessly...until my very patient Dad would finally say out of controlled exasperation..."it's that way just to make little girls ask questions."  I haven't changed. Whether learning a new instrument, writing a new devotion, composing a new song or making a new creation in the kitchen...I love learning.  I am also "one of those" people that loves to spend time in bookstores in multiple areas of interest.  Of course, I love learning about my passion--crisis and trauma counseling.  But it's not unusual for me to review resources about music, plants, horses, carpentry, cooking, refinishing or upholstering furniture, ballet, home decorating, fitness, floor plans....and the list goes on. I love learning. 

Yet, totally against my nature, I have learned that there are times when I will not learn what I desire.  There will not be answers to  how...why...when...what...or even who.  For a "curious since birth" individual, this is challenging. I joke about taking a list with me to Heaven...but somehow I don't think my list will be so important anymore.

Until then, I wonder how to handle questions along this journey.  Uncertainties.  Disappointments.  Inconsistencies.  Heartbreaks.  Shocks.  Unexpected.  Thankfully, there is direction for my curious mind and seeking heart. 

Colossions 4: 2 says:  "Devote yourselves to prayer, be watchful and thankful." Very simple but most essential. My questions and learning find direction in three ways:  praying, watching and thanking.    Knowing He hears my every prayer calms my searching spirit.  Watching for Him keeps my focus on Him, His Word, His promises and His purpose.  Thanking Him...reminds me of His Presence, peace, protection and provision. 

This journey is a learning process.  Yet I find that the most important lesson is learning to trust Him. Continually.  Completely.  There are answers I may never find.  But knowing The One Who is The Answer...is the best "ahh haa moment" I will ever experience.♥~thl