Promised Land

Over the last several years we have found ourselves in a wilderness state; and especially the last year. We have had to depend on the Lord like never before; therefore, we have seen God in a way we have never seen before. It reminds me of the story of the Israelites being in the wilderness. They depended on God for manna daily….if their God didn’t provide, they would not eat. Well that sounds like a bad thing, right? Well, I feel differently about that now….because in the last year abundance has been scarce, but security hasn’t. We know now in a very intimate way that the Lord is our provider and that He will supply all of our needs according to His riches and glory (Philippians 4:19)…BUT, as we embark on the next season of our lives, meaning the Promise Land…I would be lying if I said I was not afraid or a little apprehensive. Because with that comes great responsibility, and just like the day after the Israelites ate in the Promise Land, the manna stopped. Does that mean God’s provision stops? I don’t think so, because His word promises in Hebrews 13:5 that He will never leave or forsake us; but what it does mean is that He has been equipping and preparing us for the Promise Land. So I can go forward confidently and boldly knowing that, though the times in the wilderness were tough, it was Him preparing me for the responsibility that I will have in the Promise Land….To whom much is given, much is required. (Luke 12:48)

Upon writing this, I am taken back and reminded of what it felt like leaving the security and comfort of knowing someone else was responsible. As I am sure many young adults must feel….exhilarated, excited; maybe nervous, scared, and quite frankly some days, you just want to go back to being that little boy/little girl that wants to curl up and let someone else be in control (daily manna). But just like God prepared the Israelites for the Promise Land; you too, have been prepared. And as we continue to follow God, He is still in control, none of that has to change. We just assume more responsibility but we can still crawl in our Daddy’s lap and rest. Just because it feels like we’re on our own now, doesn’t mean it’s true….remember Hebrews 13:5.