Do you have a problem?

Question to think about: Do you believe a problem can be a tool?

We watched my nephew graduate last night . . . waiting for the moment that he crossed the threshold from senior to graduate.
While the atmosphere was charged with excitement and celebration,
the graduates were told they would now face one of the toughest times in history.
In my opinion, the sobering words were overshadowed by
the party planned after the ceremony.
The thing is . . . life does not need to hinge on problems but on the plan of God.
God has promised a future of hope rather than problems.
When you get down to it . . . we must decide if we allow problems to define who we are or to be tools on the journey.

The true story is told:
For I know the plans I have for you,” says the Lord. “They are plans for good and not for disaster, to give you a future and a hope. (Jeremiah 29:11, NLT)

The key to living beyond the problem is made clear:
First: In those days when you pray, I will listen. (Jeremiah 29:12, NLT)

Communicating with God is vital. The Creator of the universe promises to listen.

Second: If you look for me wholeheartedly, you will find me. (Jeremiah 29:13, NLT)

Focusing on God changes how we live . . . beyond the constraints and limits of problems . . . because we find God.

Set your mind on the plan of God rather than a problem.
Refuse to be managed by a problem.
Remember that God has a plan with a future of hope.
Communicate . . . God will listen.
Focus on God with your whole heart . . . you will find God . . . transforming all of life.

Learning with you to set my mind on the plan of God,
Kerrie
(All devotions written by Kerrie Palmer ©2009 All Rights Reserved)