Why we are where we are

Hey, as we may be discouraged by certain unpleasant things that have happened during the week, I am writing this to remind everyone (including myself) that God is and will always be around. It's because we think that we are able to handle everything on our own and lead our lives the way we want to (holding on too tightly, having excess control) that we have forgotten to let go and offer our lives to God. In the week that has just passed, there are times when I question the position I am in, and why I cannot do better, almost losing interest in what I am doing, wondering if I will enjoy myself somewhere else. At other times, I wonder why we are struggling so hard as Christians when there is an 'easy' way out (to stop what we are doing and devote our effort and time on shaping our own lives). Somehow, I was humbled by God (I don't know how) and this song came to mind:

Devotion (Hillsong United):

I've been running, trying to be the one who sees
I've been working, this salvation out on my knees
There is nothing better than knowing
that we are redeemed
I'm believing, trusting in creative hands
I am praying for our world to bow to your plan
And this one thought is unmistakable
I take up my cross and follow you Lord

When You stand, the tall tress and mountains bow
When You speak, the fiercest of oceans is still
And I see the sinner seek devotion,
The loss become chosen, and I fall to my knees

I'm forgiven by a saviour who did not deserve death
He was blameless and I was lost in shamefulness
I'm delivered, but it doesn't seem right
Unless I keep my eyes focused on the saviour who gave His life
In the middle of a world that denies it believes
It is breaking apart at the very seams
There is one thing to be alive for
And it's to take up my cross and follow you Lord

I will take up my cross and follow Lord where You lead me
And I will take up my cross and follow wherever You go


I guess I was really encouraged by the lyrics of this song and it's a sound reminder that God is the master of our lives. In all circumstances, both good and bad. All we need to do is entrust our lives in His hands.