PRAISE HIM IN ADVANCE
The end of this prayer journey is well within our sights. We have four more days to go before those of us in education who start our school year after the American holiday, Labor Day, officially begin.
This last section is entitled, "Praise Him in Advance". This is an important concept for followers of Christ. When we are able to praise God before we can see a resolution or answer, we exhibit great faith.
Now, this is not something that comes naturally. It takes constant reminders from His Word about His sovereignty, wisdom and love for those He has called. Being able to praise Him in the midst of what troubling you shows God that You trust that, "all things work together for the good of those who love him and are called according to His purpose" ...
no matter what it looks like,
no matter what kind of school year they said you will have because you have "that child"
no matter who your administrator is
no matter what school you are assigned to
no matter how much money you are being paid...or not
...no matter what!
It can be very difficult at times because the challenge before you seems insurmountable especially if you have no reference of anyone having ever overcome what you are now facing. However, I challenge you to practice saying, "Thank You Jesus", when you don't understand something. Remember, we are but branches on His vine being pruned for a better harvest of righteousness. Let Him have His way and praise Him in advance.
The Lord is with you and you are loved,
Toni
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