Transitions. Life is full of them. From the moment we transition from the womb to the moment we transition to eternity our lives are in constant transition. Haven't you wondered why, if life is so full of constant transition, there is something in each of us that screams for things to stay the same? Why did God allow that to be a part of us?
I don't think I can answer why God allowed if, but I do know that, for me, a desire for things to stay the same is part of wanting to feel like I've got it under control. If everything stays the same, then I know what to expect and can anticipate how to manage it. When transitions happen, whether they are joyful or painful, everything becomes unfamiliar and I can react in a variety of ways. What about you?
Do you freeze with fear as things begin to change? Or maybe you frantically try to put the situation back in a comfortable, familiar order. Or perhaps, you accept the change, but try to manipulate the circumstances so that they turn out in a way that feels right to you.
It takes some courage to step back and recognize yourself, but there is value in it. As a woman who wants to say YES to God I need to evaluate how I handle transitions. Every transition eventually traces back to Him so, I've learned to accept each diversion from the comfortable as a new opportunity to say YES to God, relinquish control, and rely on His strength and guidance to make the transfer. I like to think of it as making the connection to the next destination on my YES adventure. A busy airport can be confusing as I look for the gate where the carrier to my next destination waits, but I press through that confusion so that I can reach my intended destination. Ready to join me on the journey?
Key thought: Every transition is a new opportunity to say YES.
A Scripture to consider:
He guides me along right paths, bringing honor to His name. Psalm 23:3
A YES challenge: What transition are you facing right now? Are you ready to say YES?
Prayer:
Lord, as I evaluate the way I have handled transitions I can recognize ways that I have tried to retain control. I realize now that trying to keep control prevents me from giving you my YES. That's not what I want. Please forgive me. I choose now to give you my YES as I face the changes You are bringing into my life. I will chose to trust you even when I feel afraid and let You guide me through it so that I can reach the next destination in my journey with You. Amen.