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Quirky,
Yes, I have learnt - painfully, in some instances - that God doesn't do things according to my time schedule. 
In spite of what I think, things do come together beautifully in His time.
posted by
word.smith
on September 27, 2005 at 7:17 PM
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Yes, I think there is something to be said for consistency and repetition...keeping a prayer list is always a good idea. Whether it will hasten what you want, is debatable--I tend to think everything happens in divine timing.
posted by
Julia.
on September 27, 2005 at 6:39 PM
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P.S. - Masky,
It is always so good to know that we're not alone on our sometimes unclear path.
posted by
word.smith
on September 25, 2005 at 12:51 PM
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Masky,
I can relate to that perspective. More and more I am learning from the books I read that we have to be specific in our prayer requests. I'm the queen of vague requests. It is a challenge for me not to ramble, but to ask for exactly what I need. I am learning how to ask for all that I need. I'm not always successful, but I'm getting there.
Yes, yes, yes, we must be so focused and goal-oriented. The trouble for me is consistency. I realize most days that I'm not giving God enough of my time. I decide to put Him first. I get home, have a bath, give my son some time and then settle in with the Word and prayer. I do this for maybe 2-3 weeks and then I lapse and that is when all sorts of things start happening - at the slacking off point, of course.
I would do well to write more on my spiritual journey, since it is so easy to forget all the good that has happened and focus on the negatives. It helps to put our spiritual needs and the answers in a place where we can 'catalogue' the results. I have some little scribbles in a book somewhere. 
Thanks so much for sharing, I think you've given me the push I need to journal on God's activities in my life. I write infrequently in this blog because it is hardly read, however, I'm now thinking, based on your comment, that my journey doesn't have to be written for anybody else. It will be enough that after a period of writing, I'll be able to see where I've come from, where I'm at and if I've made any progress. Thanks a mil!
posted by
word.smith
on September 25, 2005 at 12:51 PM
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word...here's an interesting perspective that was discussed at my church
today:
"It's not enough to toss prayers unto the wind and hope God will just take care of things for you. You must be goal-oriented, even in your relationship with the Lord. Don't just pray that your live's struggles get better. Pray specifically and ask for what you need."
I enjoy reading about your spiritual journey as it feels similar to mine...
posted by
Masky
on September 25, 2005 at 12:29 PM
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Masky,
Wise words...Putting things into perspective does help. Everytime I lose my patience, I have to meditate on what I'm really asking of God and what I've done to help Him and how I've hindered Him in getting the job done. Usually, I'm right in there,unknowingly blocking the flow of His goodness and His answers. These sessions show me how valuable it is to spend time with Him and in His Word. I've heard that saying before...one I'm sure I'll have to use on my son someday.
posted by
word.smith
on September 25, 2005 at 12:16 PM
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Word
"God may not get there when we want Him to, but He’s always right on time..."
This reminds me of what many mothers (I, included) tell their children: "I may never give you everything you want, but I will always give you what you need."
I agree that persistence is the key, but so is patience. And, so is perspective. Blessings to you, word!
posted by
Masky
on September 25, 2005 at 4:43 AM
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