Excerpts from Moments of Peace in the Presence of God*
THE MASTER PLAN (PSALMS 27:11; PSALMS 32:8) – An architect carefully creates a master plan for each new building, plotting all the details on paper before the first beam of wood is cut or the first nail is driven into place. The integrity of the structure depends on the architect’s skill and the degree to which the builders follow the master plan. God has a master plan for your life as well. When you disregard that plan or deviate from it in significant ways, you create an unstable structure that could come crashing down. When that happens, you must cling to hope and turn to God, the divine architect. He is always ready to help you rebuild your life. If it is too late for master plan A, then our faithful God will unfold the blueprint for master plan B.
THE KITE STRING (PSALMS 20:4; PSALMS 63:8) – A kite is a colorful spectacle as it sails high above the trees. Its reach seems unlimited, its flight unrestricted as it dips and weaves, glides and bounces with the summer breeze. The kite may seem to be drifting free, but it is not. A taut string, almost invisible against the brightness of the day, keeps it from crashing to the ground or becoming entangled in the branches of a tree. Your dreams are like the kite. They lift you above the trees and let you soar to new heights. Sometimes your dreams come crashing down because they are not safely anchored to Tog. When that happens, you must begin again, understanding that allowing God to hold the kite string is what will keep you aloft in a delightful pursuit of your heart’s desires.
THE LORD WANTS TO USE YOUR TALENTS (PSALMS 90:17; PSALMS 89:17) – Each one of you is unique and irreplaceable in the eyes of God and you have been given talents and abilities that are yours alone. The key to achieving satisfaction and success with your talents is to place them always at the service of God. You should ask for His direction and pray for His guidance so you may use your gifts fruitfully and fully in his eyes. God has a plan for you, and He has equipped you for the journey. Your responsibilities until they are functioning as God intended them to function. It is then you can be sure that He will bless the work of your hands.
