Loss

It has been a while since I have been able to post one of these.  I have been finishing up the summer semester at school and trying to enjoy the weather for the limited time we get it in Michigan.  As some of you may know, we unfortunately lost my Uncle Greg about a month ago due to cancer.  This time was very hard on my family especially my Aunt and cousins and continues to be a battle as we move forward.  This unfortunate event really got me thinking and I wanted to talk about it today.

Death is a very hard time and rightfully so.  We have formed bonds with these people and will miss them.  This is the same for parents when they let their kids go to camp for the first time or when a close friend takes a new job in another city.  We can get very down about this as we know things won't be the same.  We will have to change how we do things and not have those times with that individual as frequently or possibly ever again during this earthly life.  This is a time where it becomes the hardest the most critical time that we trust God.  It is very easy to look elsewhere in these times but putting that trust in God will help lead you down that path of recovery.

I struggle with this all the time.  I like to see what the future has planned and hate to leave it up to interpretation.  It can be very scary to put your path in the hands of someone else even when he is God.  If it is a boss that is pushing you in a direction in your career and holds the keys to that next position, or a relationship you are in that you are unsure of where it will lead.  It is important that you are on the same page with those people that could affect that path so that you can reach for the same goals.  This is the same with God.  It is critical to have a close relationship with God and talk to him regularly.  Just like you will talk to your boss on where you want to go and your admirations in life it is important to speak to God on what is important to you.  Just like your boss God may not agree with you and may slow you down or lead you down a different path but you need to work on the same page.

It is critical it times like these where your path can be influenced the most you turn to God.  Talk to him and let him know what is on your mind.  Give him your path and let him guide you.  He is the ultimate boss that knows exactly what you need.  He knows the training you need and what is necessary for you to continue pursuing your dreams.  Don't let a small detour get in the way because if He is leading you then that is the path that will suit you best.  Live the words of the Lord's prayer you have probably prayed hundreds of times.  "Your will be done".  You pray it on a regular basis so now go out and live it.  Give him your path and let him be your comforter and leader in all times.

Matthew 6:9-13New International Version (NIV)

9 “This, then, is how you should pray:

“‘Our Father in heaven,
hallowed be your name,
10 your kingdom come,
your will be done,
    on earth as it is in heaven.
11 Give us today our daily bread.
12 And forgive us our debts,
    as we also have forgiven our debtors.
13 And lead us not into temptation,[a]
    but deliver us from the evil one.[b]’