No Disappointments
Theologian and hymn writer Frederick William Faber said, There are no disappointments to those whose will are buried in the will of God. How can that be true? Haven’t we all faced disappointments? We understand God is sovereign, and He decides the course of our lives. He is our ultimate authority, so he chooses what to give us and what to withhold.
But does that mean we have to be happy with His choices? What about the alternative? We choose our will rather than God’s. Surely, we understand that it will not end well. We are not all-knowing and all-wise. He is.
Isaiah 48:17 speaks of God’s guidance and care for His people.
This is what the LORD, your Redeemer, the Holy One of Israel says: I am the LORD your God, who teaches you for your benefit, who leads you in the way you should go. Isaiah 48:17
This passage assures us that His guidance is for our good. He directs us on the right path. It’s a powerful reminder of God’s commitment to lead and teach His people in ways that are ultimately beneficial to them. Even if it is painful and doesn’t make sense.
This is a God we can trust in every situation, and we must choose His will over ours. He knows what is best for us. He will redeem every hard season as He directs us on the right path, even if we do not understand why. Ultimately, we will not be disappointed with His will as we walk into eternity.
Lord, please help me see from your perspective and desire your will rather than choosing my will over yours.
