dailydatewithgod

There seems to be no end to the list of problems that can arise in any given moment.  I have heard people proclaim we are a problem people.  Many, like me, flip the switch and use the term challenges instead of problems.  I find it takes some of the weight and dread off of it.  Either way, both are in search of solutions.  One of the most beautiful gifts we can open ourselves up to is the simplicity available to us because of our relationship with God.  God knows we face problems and challenges.  God is also ready with solutions.  It is important that we engage God in our challenges so as not to get lost in them.  Why would God design us with faults in our system that would not allow us to be who we are meant to be?  That is the only kind of challenge that I can see as not having a solution.  I have learned from my daily dates that many things I find to be challenging or problems to be facing, God does not see them as such.  God sees them as growth opportunities necessary to expand my heart and discover the truth of who I am.  I am busy focused on why something needs to be fixed and God does not see the flaw.  I once heard it said, stop telling God all your problems and tell your problems about your God.  If God is who I believe God to be then there is nothing that she cannot handle.  Just because I cannot handle it does not mean that he cannot.  If I am really honest, I can get stuck in thinking there is still a challenge or a problem because I am finding a flaw in God’s solutions.  It is not the solution I had in mind.  God is not limited by my capabilities.  God’s solutions are ready to go, the key for me is to let go of what I think the solution should be.  For me it is not just trusting that God has the solutions but also that God’s solutions are the best ones.