In my last post, I shared part of my own story with you. And many of you responded.
I truly appreciate your kind words and encouragement. Although I meant to encourage you!
Because you have a story, too.
And you are really important in the Kingdom. So never give up on becoming what The Lord created you to become!
No matter what.
If you’ve read the Old Testament stories, you know no one’s journey followed an easy path.
They all messed up.
A lot.
And God used their circumstances to prepare them.
Joseph had a dream.
Several, in fact.
But he had a lot to learn before his dream could come true.
So The Lord took him on a long, painful journey that would transform him into the man he was created to be. And all along the way, Joseph was growing and learning.
Joseph trusted The Lord. He knew his gifts – interpreting dreams, for example – were God’s to use as He wanted. Despite all he endured, he was confident in Who God is.
What do Joseph and the Karate Kid have in common?
The Karate Kid had a dream, too. Not as noble, perhaps. And he certainly didn’t have Joseph’s confidence in his teacher. But we can still benefit by observing his learning processes.
Daniel wants to learn karate.
But Mr. Miyagi has had him slaving around his house for the past 4 days.
- Sand the deck.
- Wash the car.
- Paint the house.
- Paint the fence.
And Daniel is angry. But he’s been in training nonetheless.
What is The Lord training you for?
Which methods is He using to transform you?
Is it working yet? You can always ask the Holy Spirit to help.
He’s always up to something in our lives! What are you missing? What do you need more of to be more like Jesus? No matter what: God’s process always contains His Goodness!
So look for it!
Because with God, all things are possible!
are being transformed into His Image with ever-increasing glory,
which comes from The Lord, Who is the Spirit. (2 Corinthians 3:18)