A Victor Instead of a Victim

That they may see and recognize, and consider and gain insight as well, that the hand of the LORD has done this, and the Holy One of Israel has created it. Isaiah 41:20

It is a comforting thought to see God's involvement in our lives. Many people live under the dread of feeling they are victims to the control of others. I can think of many Bible characters who could have easily felt like pawns and puppets forced to endure other people's treatments, whims, and choices for their lives. Joseph from the Old Testament and Paul from the New Testament easily come to mind as well as Jesus Himself. But each was able to see God's fingerprints in every circumstance and situation they found themselves in. They desired to keep their eyes on Him until the full story was revealed.

I know God is up to something in my life as well as in my family. How reassuring that He wants me to see His hand and creation in all of it. I may not be able to trust every person I come into contact with. I may not enjoy the consequences of my choices and other people's actions and choices toward me and for me, but there is a peace and strength that come from realizing they are not really in control. Compared to God, they have small parts in the drama of my life.

It is an amazing feeling to realize I no longer feel like a nobody in God's kingdom. Like a lost face in a crowd. Each one of us holds a special place in God's heart and mind. We are precious and unique to Him. I don't want to miss any part of His plan for my life. I want to sense that each day is an adventure with Him. Each difficulty is an opportunity to draw close to Him and be strengthened by Him. If I go through a situation now and feel attacked I know He will not reject me. When I face the uncertainties of life I know He is my security. In His kingdom, in His hands, and in His design I am not a victim ~ I am a victor!

Father, I am Yours and my life is Yours. I love You. I trust You. Amen.