I’m working through the book of psalms and have been encouraged
by the following verses recently:
Psalm 62:1-2
“My soul finds rest in God alone; my salvation comes from
Him. He alone is my rock and my salvation; he is my fortress, I will never be
shaken.”
And then a little further on in chapter 65:7
“[He] who stilled the roaring of the seas, the roaring of
their waves, and the turmoil of the nations.”
Transitioning out of the military and finding my
way in the real world has been a bit of a struggle. Being taken from one of
the most secure jobs a person can have, and then being thrust into a world of
uncertainty is a little jarring. But in the midst of all this uncertainty I
cling to my Fortress and my Rock. He who can "still the roaring of the seas" is able to still the roaring waves of uncertainty that roil within me. This influx of uncertainty has caused me to
strengthen my trust in the Lord, and to fully trust Him to have His way in my
life and in the circumstances surrounding my life.
The other night I was a little disheartened and took out my
guitar and started to worship. Singing songs out of my trusty worship songbook
that I have used throughout my Coast Guard career, I was so encouraged by simply giving thanks to God. So I would
like to encourage any reader that may be dealing with anxiety … do not
give in and indulge those anxious thoughts! Our faithful God has called us to “not
be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition,
with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And
the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your
hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.” Philippians 4:6-7.
May God be glorified even more in this new year of 2016! I
can’t wait to share all that He is going to do, through the good times and bad.
Thinking of you, brother ... transitioning out of any branch of the military is a huge change that brings a great deal of uncertainty - you have essentially left behind your Coast Guard culture and family and are making your own way again, like you left behind civilian culture when you joined. It will be rough to make that journey back, but I have confidence that God will continue to be your pillar of fire as you follow after Him with all your heart. You're right, praising Him in song always helps!!
ReplyDeleteBlessings to you and your family, and a very happy New Year!
Thank you Vicki! And I pray the same for you as you pursue your medical goals. Happy new year sister!
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